Nuoc Cham
Recipe GLPR11937464d0d000
A vibrant Vietnamese dipping sauce that balances heat, acidity, and umami. This traditional condiment combines fresh chiles, aromatic garlic and ginger, bright lime juice, and savory fish sauce to create a complex flavor profile perfect for spring rolls, grilled meats, or fresh vegetables.
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Ingredients
1 Thai chile, with seeds, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons grated ginger
2½ teaspoons sugar
⅓ cup fresh lime juice
¼ cup fish sauce
Directions
In a small bowl, combine the sliced Thai chile, chopped garlic, and grated ginger.
Add the sugar, lime juice, and fish sauce to the bowl and stir well to combine all ingredients until the sugar dissolves completely.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as desired: add more sliced chile for increased heat, additional sugar for sweetness, or water by the tablespoon to mellow the flavors if needed.
Let the sauce sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
