Fiery Beans and Pork

6
6 cloves
¼ cup
1 T
2 T
2 t
½ t
1 T
2 T
1.5 t

1.5 lbs.
½ to 1 lbs.
1 cup

dried red chiles
garlic
shallots
cilantro roots or stems
minced lemongrass
galanga
salt
peanut oil
fish sauce
jaggery

string beans
pork
fresh basil leaves (preferably Thai)

• Slice the chiles open and discard most of the seeds. Break into pieces and soak in warm water until soft. Blend first set to a paste and set aside.
  
• Cut the string beans into 2 to 3 inch piece and slice the pork to look like the beans. Fry the pork and remove. Fry the beans for a few minutes and then add a small amount of water and cover until they are almost done. Add the pork, chile paste, and basil and fry for 2 more minutes.
  
• Serves 6 as a side dish
  
  

Category:  Thai                                                                                                                                                               Modified 6/16/14