Thai Red Chile Sauce – Nam Prik Dang

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 13

Spicy and tangy Thai Red Chile Sauce - Nam Prik Dang recipe

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

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Thai Red Chile Sauce - Nam Prik Dang is a popular condiment in Thai cuisine. The sauce is spicy and tangy, with a slight sweetness from the brown sugar and a subtle umami flavor from the fish sauce. Thai Red Chile Sauce - Nam Prik Dang can be used as a dipping sauce for vegetables or spring rolls, or as a marinade for grilled meats. The vibrant red color of the sauce adds visual appeal to any dish.

Instructions

1.	In a blender, puree the Thai red chili peppers and garlic until smooth.
2.	Transfer the pureed mixture to a small saucepan and stir in the brown sugar, fish sauce, and lime juice.
3.	Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce has thickened, about 5-10 minutes.
4.	Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.

PROS

Thai Red Chile Sauce – Nam Prik Dang is a versatile sauce that can add heat and flavor to a variety of dishes such as stir-fry, grilled meats, and vegetables.

The sauce is easy to make and can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

CONS

The sauce is spicy, which may not be suitable for everyone’s taste.

Additionally, the fish sauce used in the recipe has a strong odor that may be off-putting to some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Thai Red Chile Sauce – Nam Prik Dang contains Thai red chili peppers, which are rich in capsaicin, a compound that has been associated with reducing inflammation and improving heart health.
The sauce also contains garlic, which has been linked to supporting immune function and reducing the risk of certain types of cancer.

	24 Thai red chili peppers , chopped
	2 teaspoons minced garlic
	2 tablespoons brown sugar
	2 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
	4 tablespoons fresh lime juice