Padaek

Padaek, sometimes known as padek, Lao fish sauce, or Lao bagoong (Lao: ປາແດກ), is a traditional Lao condiment made from pickled or fermented fish that has been cured. It is a thicker, seasoned fish sauce that often contains chunks of fish. The fermentation takes a long time, giving padaek an aroma similar to cheeses like Époisses.