Fish Sauce

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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A sweet, savory, and umami-rich glaze perfect for stir-fries and grilled meats
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This quick and easy homemade fish sauce glaze combines the deep umami of Asian fish sauce with the richness of soy sauce and the warmth of maple syrup. A touch of brown sugar adds body, while fresh ginger provides a subtle aromatic kick. The result is a glossy, versatile condiment that balances sweet and salty flavors beautifully. It’s perfect for drizzling over grilled chicken, pork, or seafood, or as a base for stir-fry sauces. Much better than store-bought versions, this recipe comes together in minutes and keeps well in the fridge for future meals.

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Fish Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 52.1

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This quick and easy homemade fish sauce glaze combines the deep umami of Asian fish sauce with the richness of soy sauce and the warmth of maple syrup. A touch of brown sugar adds body, while fresh ginger provides a subtle aromatic kick. The result is a glossy, versatile condiment that balances sweet and salty flavors beautifully. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for drizzling over grilled chicken, pork, or seafood, or as a base for stir-fry sauces. Much better than store-bought versions, this recipe comes together in minutes and keeps well in the fridge for future meals.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the maple syrup, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, ginger piece, and 1 tablespoon of water to the saucepan.
  3. Bring the mixture to a vigorous simmer, whisking frequently to dissolve the sugar.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally.
  5. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened slightly and becomes glossy.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  7. Remove and discard the ginger piece.
  8. If the glaze is too thick, stir in up to 2 tablespoons of additional water to reach desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 52.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1027.3mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 12.0g4%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 11.3g
Protein 1.1g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Let the sauce cool completely before transferring to an airtight jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Variations: For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of Sriracha during the simmering process.

Usage: This sauce is excellent as a dipping sauce for dumplings, a glaze for roasted vegetables, or a marinade for grilled proteins.

Yield: This recipe makes approximately 1/2 cup of sauce.

Keywords: fish sauce, glaze, soy sauce, maple syrup, ginger, brown sugar, umami, stir fry sauce, marinade, condiment, asian fusion, quick sauce, homemade, grilling, seafood, pork, chicken, vegetables, flavor enhancer
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