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Vietnamese Fish Sauce

Deliciously Easy Vietnamese Fish Sauce Dipping Sauce Recipe

This Vietnamese Fish Sauce is a quick, versatile dipping sauce that enhances various dishes with a delightful blend of flavors.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 30

Ingredients
  

Dipping Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup Fish Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar or Sweet’N Low for sugar-free
  • 1 cup Warm Water or room temperature water
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) adjust or omit as desired
  • 1-2 chilis Thai (Bird's Eye) Chilis (sliced) substitute with your favorite chili
  • 1 lime Lime Juice avoid seeds while squeezing

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine fish sauce, granulated sugar, and warm water in a bowl. Whisk until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Add minced garlic and sliced chilis. Stir well to combine.
  3. Incorporate lime juice, mixing again for 1 minute.
  4. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  5. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 7gSodium: 1000mgSugar: 6g

Notes

Ensure to use clean utensils when serving to maintain freshness. Adjust sweetness and spice to your liking.

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