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Thai Nam Pla is a fermented fish sauce produced by brining small fish in 15–20 % salt at 20–30 °C for 6–24 months.
Origin: Thai people (ancient Southeast Asian fish‑sauce traditions) — Thailand
See full technique reference →During fermentation, proteolytic enzymes and microbial communities hydrolyze fish proteins into amino acids, peptides, and ammonia, while the brine’s pH drops and volatile sulfur, aldehyde, and ketone compounds develop, creating a complex umami profile. Salt concentration modulates microbial growth, preserving the product while allowing enzymatic activity to proceed.
Primary Reaction
Proteolysis and microbial hydrolysis of fish proteins
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