Vietnamese
Vietnamese - Sauces and Sides
Kaffir Lime Leaves Sauce and Side
Chef's Menu Description
An enticing artisan creation, freshly prepared with vibrant seasoning and served with complementary accompaniments.
Ingredients
- • 8 kaffir lime leaves, thinly sliced
- • 2 tbsp coarse sea salt, roasted
- • 1 tsp MSG
- • 1/2 tsp black pepper
- • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- • 2 red chilies, minced
- • 1 tsp grated lime zest
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Strip the kaffir lime leaves from the stems and slice them as finely as possible, then pat them dry.
2
Phase 2
Grind the roasted salt with the sugar and MSG in a mortar until fine and powdery.
3
Phase 3
Pound in the minced chilies and grated lime zest until the mixture smells fragrant.
4
Phase 4
Work in the sliced lime leaves by hand so they stay visible and crisp.
5
Phase 5
Taste and adjust with more sugar or lime zest to balance the salt and heat.
6
Phase 6
Serve as a dipping salt for fried chicken, grilled meats, or boiled pork, and use within a day.