"Thai-Style Dressing"
Tamarind Dressing
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Recipe Description
Enjoy the authentic flavors of Thailand with this Thai-style Tamarind Dressing, blending palm sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, and tamarind puree with a kick of chili paste for a perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy.
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Prep time 15mins
Cook time 15mins
Serves or Makes: 6
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ingredients
- 60 g Palm Sugar
- 60 ml Soy Sauce
- 40 ml Lime Juice
- 40 ml Tamarind Puree
- 20 g Red Chili Paste
Method
Step 1
Make Fresh Tamarind Puree 1. Cut a piece of tamarind pulp and place it in a bowl. 2. Pour just enough boiling water over the tamarind to cover it - be careful not to use too much water. 3. Mash the tamarind well with a fork. 4. Allow it to sit and infuse for 10 minutes to extract as much pulp from the seeds as possible. 5. Strain the tamarind-infused water through a sieve to separate the pulp from the seeds. Use this puree for your recipes.
Step 2
Prepare the Dressing 1. Thinly shave palm sugar and add it to a small saucepan. 2. Add red chili paste, soy sauce, lime juice, and the freshly made tamarind puree to the saucepan. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it comes to a boil. Boil for 1 minute. 3. Ensure the palm sugar dissolves completely. 4. Remove from heat and whisk. 5. Adjust seasoning to your preference - add more lime, tamarind, soy sauce, or chili. 6. Allow the dressing to cool slightly, then transfer it to a bowl.
Step 3
Store and Serve 1. Store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to five days. 2. Stir well before serving to ensure the flavors are well combined.