ล่ากุ้งแห้ง (La Kung Haeng): A Thai Culinary Delight

ล่ากุ้งแห้ง, known as “La Kung Haeng” in Thai, is a delightful Thai dish that features dried shrimp, a unique and flavorful ingredient, as its star component. It offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried shrimp, soaked and drained
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-2 red chili peppers, sliced (adjust to your spice preference)
• 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
• 2 tablespoons palm sugar
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• Assorted fresh vegetables (e.g., cucumber, Thai eggplant)

Instructions:

1. Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add minced garlic and sliced chili peppers, and stir-fry until fragrant.
3. Add the soaked dried shrimp and continue to stir-fry for a few minutes until they become slightly crispy.
4. In a small bowl, mix tamarind paste, palm sugar, and fish sauce. Pour this sauce over the dried shrimp and stir well to coat.
5. Serve the dried shrimp mixture with fresh vegetables for a crunchy contrast.