Chili Lime Dressing ft. September's Spice of the Month

September 27, 2018

Thai Lime Leaves is September's SPICE OF THE MONTH!

Thai Lime Leaves are probably one of the most aromatic of all herbs and a wonderful addition to many Thai and Southeast-Asian soups, curries, and stir-fries. Thai lime leaves can be purchased fresh, frozen or dried or sometimes in a paste.

We Heart Kaffir Lime Leaves | Spice of the Month | Well Seasoned, a gourmet food store

Chili Lime Dressing

A Well Seasoned Recipe - Visit us in store on 64th Avenue, in Langley, BC

Ingredients

2 Thai lime leaves (1 finely chopped, 1 whole)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
¼ cup very finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 small bird's eye chilli (de-seeded and finely chopped)
1 teaspoon minced chilli
1 teaspoon of sesame oil
1 teaspoon sweet chilli sauce
½ teaspoon each minced garlic & grated ginger
2 tablespoon brown sugar
1/3 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
¼ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
½ cup water
1/3 cup fish sauce
¼ cup white wine vinegar

Instructions:

Mix all ingredients in a small saucepan over heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to the boil, reducing to a simmer for 5 minutes.
Remove from heat, and cool. Take out whole kaffir lime leaf and place in dressing bottle. Pour the cooled dressing into the bottle and refrigerate.
Serve drizzled over an Asian green salad with cold chicken, or toss with your favourite greens.