Best 6 Spicy Thai Dip Recipes

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Let's explore the realm of spicy Thai dips, a culinary delight that tantalizes taste buds with their fiery kick and aromatic flavors. Originating from the vibrant streets of Thailand, these dips have gained global recognition for their versatility, enhancing a variety of dishes from spring rolls and satay skewers to fresh vegetables and grilled meats. Whether you seek a fiery explosion or a balanced blend of heat and savoriness, this ultimate guide will guide you through the essential ingredients, preparation techniques, and variations of spicy Thai dips, ensuring you whip up a lip-smacking condiment that will elevate your culinary creations to new heights.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY THAI PEANUT SAUCE



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Make and share this Spicy Thai Peanut Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Leslie O

Categories     Fruit

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup smooth peanut butter
1/4 cup soy sauce or 1/4 cup tamari
1/4 cup oriental sesame oil
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons ginger, chopped
2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Blend all ingredients in food processor, scraping sides occasionally.

THAI CHICKEN DIP



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Served hot or warm, this exotic dip is a huge party pleaser. Ground chicken is simmered in a peanutty coconut sauce. You'll feel guilty for all the praise, because it is so easy to make. Serve with papadums or prawn crackers.

Provided by CZARDAS

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Time 20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ½ pounds ground chicken
2 small red chile peppers
2 cloves garlic, crushed
½ cup chunky peanut butter
⅓ cup lime juice
1 cup unsweetened coconut cream
1 ½ tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon finely chopped Vietnamese mint

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken, and cook while stirring to crumble until no longer pink. Stir in the chilies, garlic, peanut butter, lime juice, coconut cream and fish sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the mint, and serve warm or hot. Garnish with a few leaves of mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 17.3 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 110.2 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

SPICY THAI DIP



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_Nam Prik_

Provided by Jill Norman

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 hot red chiles (about 2 inches long), chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons dried shrimp
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce
3 to 4 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • Mix chiles, garlic, dried shrimp, and sugar with the water in a blender and gradually add the fish sauce and lime juice.

MINI BROCHETTES WITH SPICY THAI DIP



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Herby pork brochettes with a fresh and spicy dip that make perfect finger food for a drinks party

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Buffet, Snack, Starter

Time 45m

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

24 x 12-15cm wooden skewer s
2 tsp coriander seed
500g minced pork
1 garlic clove , crushed
2cm piece of ginger , peeled and finely chopped
1stalk of lemongrass , finely chopped
20g pack fresh coriander , roughly chopped
2-3 tsp Thai red curry paste
2 tsp tomato purée
200ml carton coconut cream
1 tsp light muscovado sugar
¼ tsp Thai fish sauce or soy sauce
½ lime , juice only

Steps:

  • Soak the skewers in warm water. Put the dip ingredients into a saucepan, bring to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Pour into small serving bowls.
  • Crush the coriander seeds with a pestle and mortar. Tip them into a food processor and add the pork, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, coriander, ½ tsp sea salt and plenty of black pepper. Pulse until the mix becomes pasty.
  • Preheat the grill to medium high. Using wet hands, divide and shape the mixture into 24 equal-size sausage shapes around each skewer.
  • Put the brochettes on an oiled baking sheet and grill for 7-10 minutes, turning until golden. Serve on a plate, with the dip in small bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

SPICY THAI PEANUT DIP



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This must be my most favorite dip, I dip almost anything into it, vegetables, meat, crackers, chips, children... (just checking to see if you're reading it all) ;-)

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Fruit

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup vegetable broth or 1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 scallion, chopped

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk the peanut butter, vegetable broth and soy sauce until smooth.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients.
  • Dip away.

THAI VEGGIE DIP



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This delicious dip is full of flavor, color and crunch, but not full of calories. There's mild sweetness from the honey with a bit of heat at the end from the pepper flakes. If spicy food is your thing, feel free to add an extra dash of pepper. -Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings (1/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons reduced-fat creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
1 cup fresh baby spinach, chopped
1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Assorted fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce and honey until blended. Stir in sour cream, yogurt, spinach, water chestnuts, pepper, green onions, cilantro, mint and pepper flakes. Refrigerate, covered, 1-2 hours. Serve with assorted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the dip will taste. This is especially important for the chili peppers, as fresh peppers have a brighter, more vibrant flavor than dried peppers.
  • Choose the right chili peppers: The type of chili peppers you use will determine the heat level of the dip. For a mild dip, use mild chili peppers, such as bell peppers or poblano peppers. For a medium-heat dip, use serrano peppers or jalapeño peppers. For a hot dip, use habanero peppers or cayenne peppers. Remove seeds and ribs for reduced spiciness.
  • Toast the spices: Toasting the spices before grinding them will enhance their flavor. This can be done in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, or in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes.
  • Use a food processor: A food processor will make quick work of chopping the ingredients and creating a smooth, creamy dip. If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the ingredients by hand, but it will take longer.
  • Let the dip chill: The flavors of the dip will meld together and develop over time, so it's best to let it chill for at least an hour before serving. This will also make the dip easier to scoop or spread.

Conclusion:

This spicy Thai dip is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used with a variety of dishes. It's perfect for dipping vegetables, chicken, or shrimp, or as a spread for sandwiches or wraps. The dip is also great as a marinade for meats or tofu. With its bright, spicy flavor, this dip is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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