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SWEET & SOUR VIETNAMESE FISH SAUCE DIP | NƯỚC MẮM

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Nước Mắm

Cultural Context

Nước Mắm, or fish sauce, is a staple in Vietnamese cuisine, originating from the coastal regions where fish were abundant. This savory condiment is essential for flavoring dishes and is often used in dipping sauces and marinades. It embodies the balance of salty, sweet, and umami flavors that characterize Vietnamese cooking. Today, Nước Mắm is enjoyed globally, with variations found in many Southeast Asian cuisines.

VietnameseVNother
5 min
easy
1 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup boiling hot water
1/2 cup fish sauce (3 crabs brand)
4 tbsp lime juice
4 tbsp vinegar
8 cloves garlic
8 red chilis
3 tbsp crushed roasted peanuts

fish

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: miso

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor for vegetarian options.

salt

🥗Healthier: sea salt

💰Cheaper: table salt

Sea salt can enhance flavor with a more natural taste.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides sweetness with added health benefits.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice can substitute for acidity in dressings.

1

Combine fish and salt in a container and let sit for several weeks to ferment.

2

Add water to the mixture and stir well to dissolve salt.

3

Strain the liquid through a fine mesh to remove solids.

4

Add sugar to the strained liquid and stir until dissolved.

5

Incorporate lime juice for acidity and flavor.

6

Optionally, mix in minced garlic and chopped chili for added flavor.

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Fish Sauce

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