What Is Northern Thai Chili Paste?
Northern Thai chili paste is both a table relish and a cooking base in the Lanna kitchen. Its signature comes from roasted chilies, shallots, garlic, and local herbs.
Phayao recipes focus on deep roasted aroma, balanced heat, and spice fragrance rather than extreme spiciness.
Choosing the Right Northern Paste
Use larb paste for Northern larb and kua larb, red eye chili paste for sticky rice and vegetables, and specific curry pastes for gaeng khae or nam ngiao.
