Lao Sukiyaki Sauce for Hot Pot
Soak the chilies in water for about 15 minutes or until soft.
Finely shop the chilies and shallots.
Put the chilies, shallots and paprika in a mortar and pestle. Pound into a paste
Heat a fry pan on medium heat and add the oil. Saute the chilies, shallots and paprika until soft and fragrant. Set aside
Soak the dried shrimp in water for about 15 minutes or untili soft. Then finely chop.
Peel the pickled garlic and finely chop.
Roast the peanuts until golden. Then finely crush.
Mash the red bean curd along with it's juices.
Add all the ingredients in a pot along with 1 cup of the chilie mixture.
Put on low heat and stir continuously until it comes to a soft boil.
Continue to stir for about 10 minutes after it comes to a boil. Taste to see if has the desired level of spiciness. Let it cool.
Use a food processor or mortar and pestle to finely chop/pound all the ingredients.