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Laos Jeow Mak Len Recipe

Laos Jeow Mak Len Recipe

54kcal
5 from 1 vote
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Prep 20 minutes
Cook 45 minutes
Total 1 hour 5 minutes
The Laos Jeow Mak Len Recipe creates a mouthwatering, traditional tomato-based dipping sauce hailing from the vibrant culinary culture of Laos.
Servings 8 Servings
Course condiment,
Cuisine Laos

Ingredients

  • 8 tomatoes medium-sized
  • 8 chilies Thai bird's eye stems removed
  • 6 cloves of garlic peeled
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3 shallots
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Blender or food processor

Method

Prepare the ingredients:
  1. a. Wash the 8 medium-sized tomatoes and remove the stems.
  2. b. Peel and mince the 6 cloves of garlic.
  3. c. Finely chop the 6-8 Thai bird's eye chilies.
  4. d. Peel and finely chop the 3 shallots.
Roast the tomatoes:
  1. a. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. b. Place the tomatoes on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven for about 20-25 minutes until they are soft and slightly charred.
  3. c. Remove the tomatoes from the oven and let them cool.
Prepare the chili-garlic paste:
  1. a. In a mortar and pestle, combine the roasted tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped Thai bird's eye chilies, salt, and sugar.
  2. b. Pound and grind the ingredients together until a chunky paste is formed.
  3. c. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Cook the shallots and garlic:
  1. a. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. b. Add the chopped shallots and minced garlic to the pan.
  3. c. Sauté them until they turn golden brown and aromatic, stirring occasionally.
Combine the chili-garlic paste and sautéed shallots/garlic:
  1. a. Transfer the chili-garlic paste from the mortar and pestle into the pan with the sautéed shallots and garlic.
  2. b. Mix everything together and continue cooking for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Season with fish sauce and lime juice:
  1. a. Add a tablespoon of fish sauce to the pan and stir well.
  2. b. Squeeze in the juice of a lime and mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
Simmer and adjust the consistency:
  1. a. Reduce the heat to low and let the jeow simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. b. If the mixture seems too thick, add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning:
  1. a. Taste the jeow and add more salt, sugar, fish sauce, or lime juice according to your preference.
  2. b. Stir well and let it simmer for a few more minutes.

Nutrition

Calories54kcalCarbohydrates12gProtein2gFat0.5gSaturated Fat0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat0.2gMonounsaturated Fat0.1gSodium1060mgPotassium477mgFiber2gSugar8gVitamin A1455IUVitamin C83mgCalcium24mgIron1mg

Notes

Use a broiler to roast the tomatoes, chilies, and garlic. It's quick and easy and gives the sauce a nice smoky flavor.
Adjust the amount of chilies according to your taste. If you prefer a milder sauce, use fewer chilies or remove the seeds and membranes from the chilies.
Make sure to taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed before serving.

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