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Nutritional Values
100kcal
2gProtein
20gCarbs
2gFat
5gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Nam Prik Noom
How to order / say it
Say it
น้ำพริกหนุ่ม — [nahm prik NOOM]
Order
I'd like the Nam Prik Noom, please.
Locally
ฉันขอน้ำพริกหนุ่มหนึ่งจาน
Say locally
A spicy green chili dip served with fresh vegetables and sticky rice.
Why try it?
As an iconic Northern Thai dip, Nam Prik Noom is a staple in local households. Its fiery and fresh flavor encapsulates the bold spirit of Chiang Mai's cuisine, perfect for sharing in communal settings.
How it tastes
It boasts a smoky, spicy taste from roasted chilies with a hint of sweetness and the aromatic freshness of coriander and lime. This chunky dip has a vibrant green hue and intense chili aroma.
Origin & History — first documented: 1700
Nam Prik Noom has been a part of Northern Thai culinary traditions since the pre-modern era. It evolved as a use for locally grown green chilies and has remained popular due to its straightforward preparation and vibrant taste.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🧂 150 g green chilies
- 🧄 20 g garlic
- 🧄 30 g shallots
- 🍋 15 ml lime juice
- 🌿 10 g coriander
- 🥣 15 ml fish sauce
Method
- 1 Roast green chilies, garlic, and shallots until charred.
- 2 Peel and mash the ingredients into a paste.
- 3 Mix in lime juice, fish sauce, and coriander.
- 4 Serve with sticky rice and fresh vegetables.
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