Yields approx. 1 cup

This bean sauce is often used in Thai recipes to add depth, not only of flavor but also of texture.

Minty Tamarind Paste

1 bunch mint leaves

1 bunch cilantro leaves

¼ cup peanuts

½ cup Tamarind Concentrate (see recipe on page 18)

4–5 Thai bird peppers or 2 serrano chilies, seeded and chopped

Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend to form a paste.