Product Snapshot – Mae Ploy Nam Prik Chilli Paste

Mae Ploy Nam Prik Paste is a popular Thai chilli paste known for its rich, smoky and slightly sweet flavour – likely due to the variety of roasted ingredients such as dried chilli peppers, garlic, shallots, shrimp paste and sugar.

The term ‘Nam Prik’ refers broadly to chilli-based condiments or dipping sauces, and is often described as the ‘Thai Ketchup’ due to how frequently is can be used. ‘Mae Ploy’ is the well known brand in Thailand that produces authentic Thai sauces, curry pastes and condiments.

Serves: 2

Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1-2 tbsp of Vegetable or Peanut Oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-2 tbsp of Mae Ploy Nam Prik Paste
• 200g of protein (shrimp, chicken, tofu or mushrooms)
• 1/2 medium onion, sliced
• 1/2 medium bell pepper, sliced
• Handful of green beans, trimmed
• 1 tbsp of Fish Sauce
• 1/2 tsp of Sugar
• 2 tbsp of water or stock
• Handful of Thai basil (optional)
• Cooked jasmine rice (to serve)

Instructions:

1. 1. Prep Your Ingredients:
   • Have everything ready – this dish cooks fast
   • Slice your protein and vegetables into bite-sized pieces
2. 2. Sauté Garlic:
   • Heat the oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat
   • Add minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant
3. 3. Add Protein:
   • Add your protein to the wok
   • Stir-fry until almost cooked through (3-4 minutes)
4. 4. Add Veggies:
   • Add onion, bell pepper, green beans, or any other vegetables
   • Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until just tender
5. 5. Add Nam Prik Paste & Seasonings:
   • Add the Mae Ploy Paste, fish sauce, sugar and water/stock to wok
   • Stir everything together until the sauce coats the ingredients and everything is cooked through
6. 6. Add Basil (Optional):
   • Turn off the heat
   • Stir in the fresh bail for aroma and flavour
7. 7. Serve:
   • Spoon over steamed jasmine rice
   • Top with a fried egg if looking for something extra