Jeow Mak Len
Serves 415 mins prep15 mins cook
Jeow Mak Len is a Laotian roasted salsa dip that combines simple ingredients for huge flavor. The dish is made with tomatoes, shallots, garlic, Thai chilis, and a touch of fish sauce, making it a vibrant and flavorful addition to meals. Serve with sticky rice and your choice of protein for a perfect side.
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1: Clean all the vegetables (tomatoes, shallots, garlic, peppers) and slice tomatoes and shallots in half. 2: Grill or roast your peppers, shallots, and garlic until slight char and the centers of the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes for shallots. 3: Grill or roast tomatoes until slightly charred and the center is softened, about 5 minutes. 4: Once cooked, remove the skins from the tomatoes. 5: In a mortar and pestle, smash peppers, garlic, and shallots until it reaches a paste. 6: Add the tomatoes and carefully smash, being cautious of splashing. Continue to mash until everything is well combined. 7: Clean and slice cilantro and green onions. Add to the salsa mix and combine well. 8: Add fish sauce and combine well. Taste and adjust as needed. 9: Serve with a side of sticky rice and choice of protein (chicken, steak, seafood, etc.).View original recipe