Recipe: Jeow Mak kok | Lao olive dipping sauce

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + water

Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative, while salt + water is a budget-friendly option.

eggplant

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Zucchini is lower in calories, and bell peppers are often less expensive.

Grill eggplant over an open flame until charred and soft, about 10-15 minutes.

Remove eggplant from heat and let cool slightly.

Peel the skin off the eggplant and place the flesh in a mixing bowl.

Add grilled chili peppers, garlic, and shallots to the bowl.

Mash the ingredients together using a fork or pestle until well combined.

Stir in lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and salt to taste.

Mix thoroughly until the dip is smooth and creamy.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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