The flavor of jaew sauce reflects the complexity of Thai cuisine, balancing salty, sweet, sour and spicy notes. Our Red Thai Chile Powder provides essential heat, while Galangal Powder and lime juice add brightness and acidity.
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients
Makes about 1 cup
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1 Tablespoon Thai Jasmine Rice
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1/3 Cup Fish Sauce
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1/4 Cup Lime Juice
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2 Teaspoons Granulated Brown Sugar
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1/4 Cup Shallots, thinly sliced
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3 Tablespoons Fresh Cilantro, finely chopped
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2 Teaspoons Red Thai Chile Powder
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1/2 Teaspoon Galangal Powder
Directions
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Set small skillet over medium-low heat. Add rice to skillet, stir and shake every few seconds until grains are evenly toasted to light golden brown color. Remove skillet from heat, and let rice cool completely.
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Transfer rice to clean spice grinder, and grind to very fine powder. Reserve.
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Combine fish sauce and lime juice in bowl. Add brown sugar and whisk to dissolve. Add remaining ingredients, including reserved toasted rice powder, and whisk to blend.