COOKING WITH MEKHALA PASTES

2 teaspoons, 3 easy steps

#MadeWithMekhala

COOKING WITH MEKHALA PASTES
2 teaspoons, 3 easy steps

#MadeWithMekhala

NEW TO COOKING PASTES?

Asian cooking pastes have a rich history dating back centuries, with roots in diverse culinary traditions. Grandmas would grind herbs and spices in a mortar and pestle to release the flavors that come together in a harmonious blend. 

 

From Thai curry pastes to Chinese fermented bean pastes, these flavor-packed concoctions now come pre-made in jars, offering a convenient way to infuse complex flavors into dishes.

 

Read on to find out how! 

THE MEKHALA DIFFERENCE

Pop open jar of Mekhala paste and you’ll be greeted by the fragrant aromas of our in-house blends. Our proprietary recipes can be used straight out of the bottle without adding chopped onions or garlic, but also work fabulously as a base to create other flavor profiles. 

CURRY

Step 1: Add ingredients and paste to a pot.

 

Step 2: Cover and simmer till cooked.

MARINADE

Step 1: Smother ingredients in paste and leave to marinate for 20 to 30 minutes. (The longer the better!)

 

Step 2: Roast in oven or airfryer.

STIR-FRY

Step 1: Make a sauce base with Mekhala paste.

 

Step 2: Stir-fry ingredients.

 

Step 3: Stir in sauce base and heat through.

TOP TIPS

Hungry for more? Here are three things we wish we knew as new cooks.

BROWNING

Browning your proteins, such as meat, enhances flavor through a Maillard reaction, adding depth and richness to the taste of your dish.

TIMING

Certain ingredients require a longer cooking time, and others just a flash in the pan. Give each ingredient the attention it requires to achieve the perfect result.

WATER CONTENT

Some ingredients release a lot of liquid when cooked and will dilute your seasoning (I’m looking at you, cabbage). Take time to cook the water off and season accordingly!

RECIPES

Before you go, here are more ideas from our library of recipes to explore.

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