Sinamak

Ingredients for Sinamak

• 2 to 3 cups white, cane, or coconut vinegar
• 1 cup bird’s eye or Thai chilies, fresh or dried
• 3 tbsp ginger, sliced
• 1 head garlic
• 3 tsp whole peppercorns
• 1 medium white onion

How to cook Sinamak

1. 1.Place chilies, ginger, garlic, peppercorns, and onion in a clean, dry bottle or jar.
2. 2.Shake the container to distribute the aromatics evenly.
3. 3.Pour in enough vinegar to cover the ingredients, then seal tightly.
4. 4.Shake lightly and store for at least 3 days before serving; steep longer for a hotter sinamak.
5. 5.Serve as a condiment with fried or grilled foods.