Instructions: Okay, remove stalks from chillies, then saute them in little oil. Remove and set aside. Saute onion, garlic and coriander root, stir frying for several minutes (Its good to get the garlic golden brown). Remove from heat. In a food processor, carefully process the chillies, onion, garlic and coriander root so that the sauce is not too mushy.

Place the mixture in a bowl,and stir in the lemon juice and fish sauce.

taste to see if if extra fish sauce or lemon/lime juice is needed. There should be a balance between hot, sour and salty flavours.

Stir in the coriander leaves and shallots just before serving. This will last several weeks in the fridge, as long as you dont add the coriander and shallots until just before serving.

Thats it! Its proper name is "nam prik keega" or "hot and sour chillie sauce" Enjoy it!

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