Kruang Prung (Condiment Caddy)
自分好みの味にカスタマイズ！タイの食堂に必ずある魔法の4点セット
Description
The ubiquitous 4-piece condiment caddy found on every Thai eatery table: Sugar, Fish Sauce, Chili Flakes, and Chili Vinegar. Represents the Thai philosophy of Sweet-Salty-Spicy-Sour.
Classification: Table Condiments
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How to use
Ingredients
- Nam Tan(Sugar)
- Nam Pla(Fish Sauce)
- Prik Pon(Chili Flakes)
- Prik Nam Som(Chili Vinegar)
Instructions
- (No cooking) *Diners taste their noodles/fried rice, then add spoonfuls of each to build their own perfect, customized flavor balance.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips
Key spices
Balance of Sweet-Salty-Spicy-Sour
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
(Arrange home condiments)
Pairing
All Noodle soups / Pad Thai
Trivia
[Difference] In Japan, the chef finishes the flavor. In Thailand, the chef provides the canvas, and the diner completes the masterpiece at the table using these 4 elements.
Eating tips & etiquette
True Thais don't 'taste then season'; they immediately dump spoons of these condiments into the bowl before the first bite to establish their signature profile.
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