2Tbspof fried shallots crisp(available at Asian grocery store)
1Tbspof oil
1tspof fish sauce
1Tbspof the dried shrimp powder
1Tbspof chopped peanuts
Small pinch of salt to taste
Small pinch of cayenne pepper(optional)
Instructions
Prepare the peanuts and dried shrimps:
Soak the dried shrimps in warm water for about 5 minutes. Rinse off water and pat dry with paper towel. Preheat a small skillet on high heat without any oil. Add in the dried shrimp and saute until fragrant and dried up further, about 5 minutes. Let them cool down. Place into a food processor and process into fine shreds. Set aside
Rinse the skillet with clean water. Preheat on fire again. Add in the peanuts and stir to roast the peanuts, but don't burn them, about 3-4 minutes. Let them cool and chop coarsely on the food processor. Set aside
Prepare the salad:
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add in the spinach and cook for about 3 minutes. The spinach should be just wilted but not entirely mushy. Drain off the water and use spatula to press the water out. Set aside
When ready to serve the salad, place the spinach in a bowl. Add in all the toppings and toss to mix everything. Ready to serve
Notes
Refer to this http://whattocooktoday.com/how-to-make-fried-shallots-crisp.html to make your own fried shallots crisp