~7 must try Asian condiments~

Tranform meals with these exotic flavor boosters

1)Japan Ponzu: This light citrus sauce, often made with soy sauce, enhances seared tuna or grilled chicken.

2)Vietnam Fish Sauce: Sub it in for soy sauce and/or salt in stew or noodle dishes to add a savory (not fishy) note.

3)Korea Hot Pepper Paste: This slightly spicy bean paste is great as condiment for Korean BBQ, or as a marinade for fish.

4)China Oyster Sauce: This condiment is a pleasant mix of salty and sweet. Drizzle it over sauteed spinach.

5)Indonesia Sambal: Usually made from crusted chillies and salt, sambal adds an instant kick to fried rice or scramble eggs.

6)Malaysia Satay Sauce: Satay sauce is crushed peanuts punch up with soy sauce and spices. It'd delicious with kebabs, but try it over wok-fried vegetables or shrimp, too.

7)Thailand Red Curry Paste: This paste infuses Thai curries and soups with citrusy heat. Slater it on chicken wing for grilling.

Reference:

Zakary Pelaccio; creative director of The Fatty Crab Restaurant in New York