Serves 1
10 min
Vietnamese Sweet-Salty-Spicy Fruit Dip
Recipe GLPR3e238a2e8a83b4
A bright and balanced Vietnamese dipping sauce that combines the sweetness of sugar, the savory umami of fish sauce, and the heat of fresh chili. This three-ingredient condiment is perfect for fresh fruit, vegetables, or as a table sauce for Southeast Asian dishes. The flavors develop as the ingredients meld together, creating a complex taste profile that enhances any dish.
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Ingredients
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 small fresh chili, sliced thinly
Directions
Combine the granulated sugar and fish sauce in a small bowl, stirring together until the sugar begins to dissolve and the mixture becomes uniform.
Add the thinly sliced fresh chili to the bowl and stir well to distribute the heat throughout the sauce.
Let the dip sit for 5 to 10 minutes at room temperature, allowing the flavors to meld and develop. Stir again before serving.
Taste and adjust the balance of sweet, salty, and spicy to your preference by adding more sugar for sweetness, fish sauce for saltiness, or chili for heat.
Serve immediately with fresh fruit, vegetables, or alongside your favorite Southeast Asian dishes.
