Thai Mango Dipping Sauce Recipe (Nam Pla Wan)
Nam pla wan is a quick and easy Thai mango dipping sauce recipe with a sweet and tangy flavor, ideal for enjoying with green mangoes in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup dried mini shrimp
- 1 tsp dried chili flakes
- 1/3 cup palm sugar
- 1 chili
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp shrimp paste
- 1/2 tbsp fish sauce
Instructions
- Heat a cooking pot over medium heat and add water, palm sugar, shrimp paste, fish sauce, chopped chilies, shallots, dried shrimp, and dried chili flakes.
- Stir until all ingredients blend together, close the lid and boil for 5 minutes. Then transfer your nam pla wan to a serving cup of your choice.
- Peel green mangoes using a vegetable peeler and slice them into thin slices. Transfer sliced mangoes to a cup filled with cold water to keep them fresh. Dip and enjoy!
Notes
- Use the nutrition card in this recipe as a guideline.
- Look for bruise-free and firm green mangoes with a vibrant color, these are sour and go hand-in-hand with this dipping sauce.
- Adjust the spiciness to your personal spice-level.
- Serve immediately, or chill in your refrigerator before serving.
- Store in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 519mg | Potassium: 63mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 171IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg
