Cashew Nam Prik

Name: Cashew Nam Prik
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 1 cup raw cashews; 6 Thai chiles or 4 Fresno chiles, chopped; 2 medium shallots, chopped; 1 lemongrass stalk, tough outer layers removed, white and pale green parts coarsely chopped; 5 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped; Finely grated zest from 2 limes (about 3 tsp.); 1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more; 3 Tbsp. canola oil; 1 Tbsp. tomato paste; 8 oz. cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 Tbsp. fish sauce; 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice; 1 Tbsp. coarsely chopped cilantro leaves with tender stems; Bibb or Little Gem lettuce leaves, sliced cucumbers, sliced mango, and soft-boiled eggs (for serving)

Instructions

Nam prik is a chile-based dip found all over Thailand. This recipe is a riff on nam prik ong, which is typically found in northern Thailand and made with pork or beef. We swapped the meat for cashews; it gives the dip a healthyish twist as well as a smoother, creamier texture.

Updated at: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:11:00 GMT