6 Unit Chillies, Red 1 Teaspoon Coriander 1/2 Teaspoon Paprika 1/2 Teaspoon Cumin 1/2 Teaspoon Turmeric 1 Unit Onion, Brown 2 Stick Lemongrass, Stalk 3 Slice Galangal, Chopped 2 Teaspoon Shrimp, Paste 2 Clove Garlic 2 Tablespoon Peanut, Oil
1. Place dried chillies in a small heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling water. Stand for 10 minutes or until softened. Drain. 2. Place coriander, paprika, cumin and turmeric in a small frying pan over medium heat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant. Allow to cool completely. 3. Place chillies, onion, lemongrass, galangal, nuts, garlic, shrimp paste and spice mixture in a food processor. Process until finely chopped. Add oil. Process until a smooth paste forms. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week.