Ultimate Thai Dipping Sauce: Nam Jim Jaew
Whip up this authentic Thai dipping sauce with tangy tamarind, savory fish sauce, and a hint of sweetness for an irresistible flavor punch.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp tamarind puree
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp brown sugar or palm sugar (shaved)
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 1 tsp garlic, very finely minced with a knife
- 1 1/2 tbsp green onion, very finely minced with a knife
- 1 tbsp eschalots, very finely minced with a knife
- 1/2-2 tsp red Birds Eye chilli or Thai chilli, deseeded, very finely minced with a knife - OPTIONAL
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the tamarind puree, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and hot water.
- Whisk vigorously for 1-2 minutes until the sugar is completely dissolved and the sauce is well combined.
- Stir in the minced garlic, green onion, eschalots, and optional Birds Eye chili.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to allow the flavors to meld and deepen before serving.
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.