Nam Prik Num Recipe

Name: Nam Prik Num
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large bell pepper, halved and seeded; 2 hot banana peppers, halved and seeded; 3 serrano chilies, halved; 5 garlic cloves, peeled and whole; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes (low-sodium canned is fine); 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup minced fish mint; 1/4 cup minced green onion; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice; 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Servings: persons

1 large bell pepper, halved and seeded
2 hot banana peppers, halved and seeded
3 serrano chilies, halved
5 garlic cloves, peeled and whole
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes (low-sodium canned is fine)
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup minced fish mint
1/4 cup minced green onion
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 teaspoon sea salt

1
Heat the broiler.
2
Place peppers, and whole garlic on a silicone or parchment-lined baking sheet.
3
Broil 8 minutes, until garlic is beginning to blacken and peppers are soft.
4
Transfer bell and banana peppers to a bowl and cover for 3 minutes.
5
Peel and transfer all the peppers, along with accumulated juices and roasted garlic, to food processor.
6
Add remaining ingredients and pulse until chopped and well combined.
7
Transfer to a non-metallic container or serving bowl and let stand at room temperature until the flavors are melded, at least 30 minutes, or can 20 minutes in a waterbath.

423

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large bell pepper, halved and seeded, 2 hot banana peppers, halved and seeded, 3 serrano chilies, halved, 5 garlic cloves, peeled and whole, and more.

Yes, Nam Prik Num falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Nam Prik Num

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