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Close-up view of Prik Nam Pla (Thai condiment made of fish sauce and chopped red chillies) in a white bowl.

Prik Nam Pla | Thai Chilli Fish Sauce

Vijitha Mammen
Prik Nam Pla is a classic condiment found on every Thai dining table. It goes well with a variety of rice and noodle dishes, and as a dipping sauce for grilled meat and seafood.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine Asian, East Asian, South East Asian, Thai
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 4 - 5 nos. Thai Chillies
  • 3 tbsp Fish Sauce
  • ½ Lime (Optional)

Instructions
 

  • Chop the Thai chillies and combine with fish sauce.
  • Squeeze juice from the lime into the mixture. Stir to combine.
  • Serve immediately, or refrigerate and use within 3 days.

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Notes

  • If the fish sauce you are using is too salty for your taste, add some water and/or sugar to bring it down to your preferred salt level.
  • Thai chillies of any color may be used.
  • To reduce the heat of the sauce, use fewer number of chillies or substitute with a milder variety of chilli pepper.
  • Substitutes for lime juice: Lemon juice or rice vinegar or distilled white vinegar.