Thai Chili Dipping Sauce

2 medium shallots, unpeeled

1 head of garlic, unpeeled

4–6 red or green Thai chiles, depending on spice preference 

2–3 Tbsp. (to taste) fresh lime juice

1 Tbsp. finely chopped cilantro stems and leaves 

1–2 Tbsp. (to taste) fish sauce

1–2 tsp. (to taste) sugar

Thai Sausage

3 kaffir lime leaves, finely chopped

1 shallot, minced 

2 tsp minced garlic

2 tbsp lime juice 

2 tbsp to 1/4 cup red curry paste, (depending on spicy preference) 

2 tbsp coconut milk

2 tsp sugar 

3 tbsp cilantro stems and leaves, minced 

1.5 lb ground turkey or chicken