Understated necklines, long hems, and minimal sparkle balance the colors strength
During your first fitting, the seamstress may use clips to hold the dress in place
Tie it in s rope for easy packing and to retain the crinkle cotton look - no ironing needed
Ingredients Basic Yum Dressing 3 red Thai chilies, seeds removed if desired (see note) 1 clove garlic 5 stems cilantro, chopped (optional) 1 Tablespoons palm sugar, finely chopped, packed 2 Tablespoons fish sauce 3 Tablespoons fresh lime juice Variation 1 and 2 - Chili Paste and/or Coconut Milk Dressing 3 red Thai chilies, seeds removed if desired (see note1) 1 clove garlic 5 stems cilantro, chopped (optional) Tablespoon palm sugar, finely chopped, packed 1 Tablespoons Thai chili paste, (see note 2) 2 Tablespoons fish sauce 3 Tablespoons fresh lime juice 1-2 Tablespoons coconut milk, (optional, see note 3) Variation 3 - Umami Dressing 3 red Thai chilies, seeds removed if desired (see note) 1 clove garlic 5 stems cilantro, chopped (optional) 1 Tablespoons palm sugar, finely chopped, packed 1 Tablespoon fish sauce 1 Tablespoon pla ra (fermented unfiltered fish sauce) , or sub 1 teaspoon gapi (fermented shrimp paste) 3 Tablespoons fresh lime juice Notes If you want it less spicy, it's better to remove the seeds and pith than to use fewer chilies
