Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce (Nước chấm)
Vietnamese Nuoc Cham dipping sauce, (nước chấm), is the perfect balance of salty, sweet, tangy, and umami. It’s a versatile sauce that goes with nearly anything. Whether you’re drizzling it over pho, spring rolls, or grilled meats. You’ll love how simple and flavourful it is. Once you make this, you’ll be reaching for it every time you want to add that little extra something to your meal!
Ingredients
- 2.5 tbs fish sauce
- 2 tbs fresh lime juice about 1 lime
- 6 tbs water
- 1 tbs sugar
- 3-4 garlic cloves finely chopped (optional)
- 1-3 Thai chiles sliced (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, lime juice, water, and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Taste and adjust the balance of flavours, adding more lime juice, sugar, or fish sauce if needed.
- Add the finely chopped garlic and/or sliced chiles, if using. Stir to combine.
- Taste again and adjust the heat with more chiles if you like it spicier.
- Serve immediately with your favourite dishes, or store for later!
Notes
- Fish Sauce Tip: Fish sauce brands can vary in saltiness. Taste as you go and adjust accordingly.
- Serving Suggestions: Perfect with Vietnamese dishes like pho, spring rolls, or grilled meats, but also great as a dressing for salads or dipping sauce for fries!
- Fridge: This dipping sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 weeks.
- Freezer: This sauce doesn’t freeze well, so it’s best enjoyed fresh or stored in the fridge.
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