Nuoc Cham (Fish Sauce)
Description
This authentic Nuoc Cham is the quintessential Vietnamese dipping sauce, offering a perfect harmony of salty, sweet, sour, and spicy notes. It serves as the vibrant backbone for dishes like fresh summer rolls, spring rolls, grilled meats, and vermicelli noodles. The recipe relies on high-quality fish sauce for depth, fresh lime juice for brightness, sugar for balance, and a touch of chili for heat. The addition of shredded carrot and minced garlic adds texture and aromatic complexity that elevates simple ingredients. It is incredibly easy to whip up and keeps well in the refrigerator, making it a staple for any home cook who enjoys fresh, zesty Asian flavors.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the crushed hot red pepper in a small dish and cover with distilled white vinegar. Let soak for 2 minutes to infuse the vinegar with heat.
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In a small bowl or pitcher, combine the fish sauce, fresh lime juice, shredded carrot, minced garlic, and sugar.
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Pour in the 1 1/2 cups of warm water and stir vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
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Add the pepper-infused vinegar mixture (including the peppers) to the bowl and stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
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Taste and adjust sweetness or sourness if desired by adding more sugar or lime juice. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 221.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25.0g39%
- Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.1mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.1g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.1g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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