Laska Paste 201112063 Kim Dong Won ( K )

Ingredients

1 onion, finely chopped

1 tbsp ginger

2 clovegarlic, finely chopped

2 stalkslemongrass, white part only, sliced

6 driedchillies, soaked and chopped

4 candlenuts ormacadamia nuts, crushed

1 tbsp shrimp paste

6-8 Vietnamese mint, (Laksa leaves)

1 tsp turmeric

1 tsp groundcoriander

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp groundcumin

1-2 tbsp sunflower oil

Method

1. Add the ingredients for the paste to a heavy mortar, pounding with a heavy pestle in between each

 addition or alternatively, pulse in a food processor until the mixture resembles a thick, fragrant paste.

 If using a food processor, add 1-2 tablespoons sunflower oil to keep the mixture loose.

2. Transfer the mixture to a screw-topped jar and store.