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Prik Nam Pla | The Ultimate Flavor Boosting Condiment

A bold Thai-style fish sauce condiment packed with chilies, garlic, and citrus for instant flavor.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 minutes
Total Time7 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: asian condiment, chili garlic sauce, fish sauce condiment, prik nam pla, thai dipping sauce
Servings: 1 Jar

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 3 to 4 small red onions or shallots finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 to 5 red chilies chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 pinch MSG
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • juice of 1 lemon or lime
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped

Instructions

  • Combine chopped shallots, garlic, and chilies in a small pan.
  • Add fish sauce, sugar, MSG, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add lemon or lime juice.
  • Heat gently for about 2 minutes to bloom the aromatics.
  • Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Stir in chopped cilantro.
  • Transfer to a container and serve or store.

Notes

Use high-quality fish sauce for better depth and balance.
Adjust chili level depending on preferred heat.
Add sugar gradually to balance saltiness.
Try herbs like Thai basil or green onions for variation.
Stores in the refrigerator for up to a week and improves over time.