Ingredients
4 tbsp oil
3 tbsp finely chopped garlic
3 tbsp finely chopped shallots
3 large dry red chilis, deseeded - coarsely chopp
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
Directions
Heat the oil, fry the garlic until golden brown, removve with a
slotted spoon and set aside. In the same oil fry the shallots until
crispy, remove and set aside. Fry the chilis until they darken,
remove and place in a mortar with the shallot and garlic. Pound
together. Reheat the oil, add the paste and warm through. Add the
sugar and salt and mix well to give a thick black/red sauce.
Source: Thai Vegetarian Cooking by Vatcharin Bhumichitr Typed for you
by Karen Mintzias
Servings: 1 servings
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