Nam Prik Oong Recipe
Ground pork cooked in a chili and tomato sauce with green onion and cilantro served with vegetables and jasmine rice.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Chop the tomatoes, garlic, shallots, green onions, and cilantro. Soak the dried red chilies in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain.
- 2
Make the Chili Paste
In a blender, combine the soaked dried red chilies, garlic, shallots, and a little water. Blend until smooth to create a chili paste.
- 3
Cook the Pork
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula.
- 4
Add the Sauce
Add the chili paste to the browned pork and stir well. Add the tomatoes, fish sauce, and sugar. Simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 5
Cook the Rice
While the pork is cooking, prepare the jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- 6
Finish the Dish
Stir in the chopped green onions and cilantro just before serving. Adjust seasoning with more fish sauce or sugar if needed.
- 7
Serve
Serve the Nam Prik Oong hot with jasmine rice and assorted vegetables on the side.