Chilis In Oil (Nam Prik Pow)
Ingredients
4 Tbsp. oil
3 Tbsp. finely chopped garlic
3 Tbsp. finely chopped shallots
3 large dry red chilis deseeded
coarsely chopped
2 Tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
Cooking Instructions
Heat the oil, fry the garlic until golden brown, remove 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.
"I have heard the grumblings of the sons of Israel; speak to them, saying, 'At twilight you shall eat meat, and in the morning you shall be filled with bread; and you shall know that I am the LORD your God.'" (Exodus 16:
