{"id":"recipe_df40dd65da","slug":"nam-jim-jaew-thai-dried-chili-dipping-sauce","title":"Nam Jim Jaew (Thai Dried Chili Dipping Sauce)","description":"A smoky, spicy, and tangy dipping sauce from Northeastern Thailand (Isan), famous for its nutty aroma of toasted rice and its perfect pairing with grilled meats.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"3 tbsp fish sauce","name":"Fish Sauce","quantity":45,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"Use a high-quality brand","group":"Liquid Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"3 tbsp lime juice","name":"Lime juice","quantity":45,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"freshly squeezed","notes":"approx 1-2 limes","group":"Liquid Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 tbsp palm sugar","name":"Palm Sugar","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"finely shaved","notes":"can substitute with brown sugar","group":"Liquid Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 tbsp toasted rice powder (Khao Khua)","name":"Rice","quantity":10,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"toasted and ground","notes":"coarse texture","group":"Seasonings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tbsp dried chili flakes","name":"Chili Flakes","quantity":8,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"flakes","notes":"roasted for better flavor","group":"Seasonings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"2 shallots, thinly sliced","name":"Shallots","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"thinly sliced","notes":"red shallots preferred","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1 stalk cilantro, chopped","name":"Cilantro","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"chopped","notes":"can also use culantro or green onion","group":"Aromatics","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a small mixing bowl, combine the fish sauce, freshly squeezed lime juice, and palm sugar.","group":"Mixing Base","title":"Combine the fish sauce, freshly squeezed lime juice, and palm sugar","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing Base"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Stir the mixture vigorously until the palm sugar is completely dissolved.","group":"Mixing Base","title":"Stir the mixture vigorously","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing Base"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the toasted rice powder and dried chili flakes. Stir well to incorporate the spices.","group":"Adding Texture","title":"Add the toasted rice powder and dried chili flakes","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Adding Texture"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Finally, fold in the thinly sliced shallots and chopped cilantro. Give it a final taste; it should be a balanced blend of salty, sour, and spicy with a hint of sweetness.","group":"Finishing","title":"Finally, fold in the thinly sliced shallots and chopped cilantro","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Always use freshly squeezed lime juice for the brightest flavor. Toasted rice powder (Khao Khua) is essential for the authentic texture and smoky scent; you can make it by toasting raw glutinous rice in a pan until golden and then grinding it into a coarse powder.","cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Thai"]},"course":["sauce"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["Mixing bowl","Whisk or spoon"],"diet":["gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","low_fat","low_carb"],"allergens":["fish"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":120,"unit":"ml","note":"Approximately 1/2 cup"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The toasted rice powder will absorb liquid over time, thickening the sauce. For the best texture, add the rice powder and fresh herbs just before serving."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Note that fresh herbs will wilt.","reheatingNotes":"Serve cold or at room temperature."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_df40dd65da%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=7dd45cc3-9249-4ca5-8394-b5d443481674","imageAlt":"Nam Jim Jaew (Thai Dried Chili Dipping Sauce) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["thai","spicy","dipping sauce","nam jim jaew","isan","gluten free","condiment"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Nam Jim Jaew (Thai Dried Chili Dipping Sauce)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T21:37:33.993Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T21:37:33.993Z","related":[{"id":"nuoc_mam_gung_4a385f6dd4","slug":"ginger-fish-sauce-nuoc-mam-gung","title":"Ginger Fish Sauce (Nước mắm gừng)","description":"A classic Vietnamese dipping sauce that perfectly balances sweet, sour, spicy, and salty flavors with the pungent kick of fresh ginger. 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