Nuoc Cham
Nuoc Cham is a tasty and versatile Vietnamese dipping sauce and dressing that pairs with many classic Vietnamese dishes!
Servings: 6
Calories: 13kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons palm sugar (or granulated sugar)
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon red holland chili pepper (or Thai chili for more heat; sliced/chopped)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar into the hot water. Once dissolved, stir in the fish sauce and rice vinegar.
- When you are ready to serve the nuoc cham, add the freshly squeezed lime juice, minced garlic, and chopped chilies. These items are best added fresh.
- If you like more heat, use fresh chopped Thai chili peppers instead of Holland chilies. They’ll give the sauce a spicier kick!
Nutrition
Calories: 13kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 242mg | Potassium: 9mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 3mg