Thai
Nam Prik Ong
“Nam Prik Ong is a vibrant tomato and pork dip, enriched with the bold flavors of shrimp paste and prik kee noo.”
Easy45 min
Where it comes from
This dish is a staple of Northern Thai cuisine, often enjoyed in Chiang Mai and surrounding provinces as a communal dish for dipping fresh vegetables.
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What goes into it
Proteins
Vegetables
Fruits
Herbs & Spices
Sauces & Condiments
How it's made
- 1
In a krok, pound dried chili, shallots, and kratiem into a paste.
- 2
Stir-fry the paste with minced pork until fragrant.
- 3
Add cherry tomatoes, allowing them to break down and meld with the meat.
- 4
Stir in kapi and nam pla for depth of flavor.
- 5
Simmer until the mixture thickens to a dip consistency.
- 6
Serve with vegetable crudités and crispy pork cracklings.
