Patum
/pəˈtʊm/
TH
A Thai-style green chili paste, commonly used as a base for curries and stir-fries in Thai cuisine.
Patum adds a bright, spicy kick to Thai green curry.
Etymology
Derived from the Thai word "phrik num", which translates directly to "chili paste". The spelling "Patum" is a common anglicization of the original Thai term.
Memory Aid
Think "pungent paste" — Patum provides the signature spice and flavor to classic Thai curries.
Collocations
Thai patumgreen patumpatum curry
Synonyms
green chili pastephrik num
Related Words
curry pastenam phrikchili paste