nam prik
[ nahm PRIHK ]
Thailand's counterpart to
SAMBAL, nam prik is a general term for various condiments and sauces used to accompany a variety of foods including fish, rice and vegetables. The ingredients used vary from region to region and can include
CHILES, garlic, dried fish, trasi,
TAMARIND concentrate, fruit (such as green
MANGO) and nuts.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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