Ground Fish – Pla Bon

I N F O A very old snack, the original dates back to the mid-17th century.

Century and from the court of King Narai the Great. The ladies of the court were experimental and inventive. They fried a simple dried fish paste – similar to that usually added to a curry paste or nahm-prik reiish. When white sugar is specified in recipes from this period, it is a sign of wealth, and such a recipe is a testament to the truly exotic savors and opulence of Thai cuisine.

P a g e Roast or grill fish until very cooked. Crush with 1 tbsp. salt until it resembles bread crumbs. Heat oil (preferably that from frying the shallots), add galangal slices to flavor, then pour in fish crumbs. Stir constantly over medium heat – this prevents the fish from burning or clumping. When the fish no longer smells raw and is golden, drain and spread crumbs on paper towels to cool. (In this state, fish crumbs will keep unrefrigerated for a few days.) To serve, mix fish crumbs with sugar, pinch of salt, and fried shallots in small baking dish. Mixture should taste equally sweet and salty – season as needed. Garnish with fresh shallots and roe if desired.

Serve with:

– fruit cut into wedges and sliced – watermelon, pomelo, tangerine, half ripe mango – “betel” leaves.

– Coriander stalks

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