Thai cuisines relies upon a wealth of sauces and dips to enhance the flavor of any dish. Fish sauce (nam pla) is considered an essentialingredient in many of these recipes, imparting a distinctive saltiness. Peppers of different varieties impart the distinctive hotness, and the other herbs and spices provide the varieties of flavors.
Spicy Anchovy Dip (Nam Prik Jaew) The charcoal-broiled lemon grass and shallots give this dip a richer flavor ideal for barbecued meats such as barbecued chicken (gai yang)