Vietnamese Dipping Sauce

Spreads, Sauces, & Dips

Nuoc cham is a classic Vietnamese dipping sauce that is salty, tart, spicy and a bit sweet all at the same time. Adjust the flavors according to your own taste preferences.

Photography By Judy Allen | May 01, 2015

Ingredients

SERVINGS: 1 Cup(s)

1/4 cup fish sauce
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 clove garlic, crushed and finely minced (optional)
1 Thai chile, thinly sliced (optional)
1/4 cup water

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Adjust flavors to taste.

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