Nam Prik Pao is a must-have in Thai cuisine, known for its thick, savory, sweet, and mildly spicy flavor. Made from roasted spur chiles, garlic, shallots and tamarind, this versatile paste—or jam or relish, depending on how you use it—adds depth to soups, stir-fries, salads, and fried rice. It also works wonderfully as a spread for toast or sandwiches.
