Caramelized Aji Crystal Sauce
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Using Caramelized Fish Sauce.
Ever heard of an Aji Crystal pepper? These citrusy, pinapple-y hot peppers play off our toasty Caramelized Fish Sauce in this tangy, spicy, umami-tastic scallion sauce. Comes together in five minutes, and absolutely slaps on top of a rice bowl (and pretty much anything else).
Caramelized Aji Crystal Sauce
Ingredients
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4 |
Aji crystal peppers (or other moderately-hot pepper), minced |
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1 bunch |
Green onion, minced |
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4 tbsp |
Ginger, grated |
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4 tbsp |
Acid League Caramelized Fish Sauce |
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1/2 cup |
Neutral oil (e.g. grapeseed or avocado) |
Method
- Heat oil on stove over medium-low heat, just enough to wilt green onions.**
- Mix all other ingredients and pour warmed oil over top. Let sit for 30 minutes before enjoying.
**to test for correct heat, drizzle a little oil over green onion mixture; you should hear a crackling or sizzling sound.
