น้ำพริกข้าว

Origin

Nam Prik Khao is a traditional northern Thai dish, particularly from the southern part of the northern region such as Tak and Phayao. It was created as a high-energy snack or side dish for use during long-distance travel, festivals, and various cultural celebrations.

Characteristics and Flavor

Nam Prik Khao has a thick, sticky texture with an orange-red hue from ground dried chilies. It features a fragrant aroma from fresh coconut milk and crushed garlic. The taste is spicy, slightly sweet, rich, and savory, perfectly balanced—especially when served with hot steamed rice.

Ingredients

Dried chilies, garlic, galangal, lemongrass, fresh coconut milk, fish sauce, white sugar, roasted and ground peanuts, hot steamed rice.

How to Eat

Scoop Nam Prik Khao with a spoon and mix it thoroughly with hot steamed rice before eating bite by bite. You may enhance the flavor and nutritional value by adding pickled vegetables or boiled eggs.

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