1. Heat oil in a wok and fry the mackeral fish until cooked. Remove and drain.
2. Pound red shallots, chilies, garlic in a mortar and pestle or by using the food processor, until mixed well.
3. Add dried shrimps, shrimp paste, fish sauce, lime juice and sugar. Mix all ingredients until the mixture becomes smooth paste.
4. Transfer to a serving dipping bowl. Serve with fried mackeral fish and steamed vegetables. Thai people also love to eat this recipe with acacia omelette.