Crying Tiger Sauce
Bring bold, tangy, and spicy flavors to your table with this Crying Tiger Sauce, a classic Thai dipping sauce perfect for grilled meats. This vibrant recipe combines the umami punch of fish sauce with the zesty brightness of lime juice and the tangy depth of tamarind paste, sweetened just right with palm sugar. Thai chili flakes add a fiery kick, while finely chopped shallots and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro bring a balance of freshness and aromatics. For added texture, ground roasted rice can be stirred in, enhancing the sauce's traditional flair. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with grilled steak, pork, or chicken, making it a must-have for your next barbecue or Thai-inspired dinner night.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Tamarind paste
- 2 teaspoons Palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 teaspoons Ground roasted rice (optional, for texture)
- 1 teaspoon Thai chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Shallots, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, lime juice, tamarind paste, and water. Stir well to dissolve the tamarind paste completely.
Add the palm sugar (or brown sugar) to the mixture. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Sprinkle in the ground roasted rice and Thai chili flakes. Mix thoroughly to ensure all the ingredients are well combined.
Fold in the chopped shallots and cilantro for added freshness and a burst of flavor.
Taste the sauce and adjust the flavors to your preference. Add a little more lime juice for extra tanginess, chili flakes for more heat, or sugar to balance the spice.
Serve immediately as a dipping sauce for grilled steaks, pork, or chicken. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
106 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3778 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 322 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
