Nam Prik Ong

Thailand · Southeast Asia

Short description: This savory relish balances tomato sweetness, pork richness, and mild chile heat, usually served with crisp vegetables.
Ingredients: Minced pork, tomatoes, dried chiles, garlic, shallots, shrimp paste, fermented soybean paste, fish sauce, herbs, and vegetables.
Cultural note: It is associated with northern tables and market meals, where dips and vegetables often share the plate with sticky rice.
Common misconception: It is not a salsa; the minced pork, shrimp paste, and fermented soybean paste make it a deeply savory cooked relish.

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creator:: Takeaway
source:: Wikimedia Commons
license:: CC BY-SA 3.0
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