Nam Prik Pao
She Simmers calls nam prik pao the “secret arsenal” ingredient for Thai restaurants.
While it can be used as a component in stir fry dishes, nam prik pao is also available at nam prik stalls throughout Thailand. It includes roasted chillies, shallots, garlic and palm sugar. Eaten straight, it reminds me of Mexican chipotle smoky chili salsa.