Nam Chup Yum (น้ำชุบหยำ)

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Nam Chup Yum (น้ำชุบหยำ) is a Thai dipping sauce made with shrimp paste, dried shrimp, chillies, garlic, shallot, lime juice, palm sugar and fish sauce. It is a popular condiment in Southern Thailand and is often served with vegetables, such as cucumber, tomato and green beans. Nam Chup Yum can also be served with rice, noodles or seafood.

The name "Nam Chup Yum" comes from the Thai words "nam" (water), "chup" (dip) and "yum" (to mix). The sauce is made by mixing the ingredients together in a mortar and pestle until it forms a smooth paste. The amount of each ingredient can be adjusted to taste.

Nam Chup Yum is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be enjoyed with a variety of foods. It is a great way to add flavor and heat to your meals.

Here is a recipe for Nam Chup Yum:

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon shrimp paste

  • 1 tablespoon dried shrimp

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

  • 1 tablespoon palm sugar

  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce

  • 3-5 Thai chili peppers, finely chopped

  • 1 shallot, finely chopped

Instructions:

  1. In a mortar and pestle, pound the shrimp paste, dried shrimp, chili peppers, and shallot until smooth.

  2. Add the lime juice, palm sugar, and fish sauce. Mix well.

  3. Taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking.

  4. Serve with fresh vegetables, such as cucumber, tomato, and green onion.

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful Nam Chup Yum, toast the shrimp paste and dried shrimp in a pan over medium heat until fragrant.

  • You can also add other ingredients to Nam Chup Yum, such as garlic, ginger, or tamarind paste.

  • Nam Chup Yum is a delicious and versatile dip that can be served with a variety of foods, such as rice, noodles, or vegetables.

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