‘ Blow Your Head Off’ Thai Dipping Sauce

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 11

'Blow Your Head Off' Thai Dipping Sauce that puts the 'oomph' in your appetizers

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

5 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

Fat

0.2g

If you're looking to add some heat to your appetizers, this 'Blow Your Head Off' Thai Dipping Sauce is the perfect solution! Made with a handful of ingredients, this sauce packs a punch with its spicy and sour flavor profile. It pairs perfectly with spring rolls, chicken wings, or even a simple vegetable platter. The fish sauce and lemon juice add an authentic Thai flavor to this dipping sauce, making it a crowd favorite at any party.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, mix together the lemon juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, and garlic until the sugar is fully dissolved.
2.	Add the sliced bird's eye chiles and stir well.
3.	Finally, mix in the dark soy sauce and continue stirring until fully combined.
4.	Serve with your favorite appetizers and enjoy!

PROS

This dipping sauce adds an instant burst of Thai flavor to any dish.
The spicy kick of the birds eye chiles will tantalize your tastebuds.

It is easy to prepare and can be stored in the fridge for a few days.

CONS

This sauce is not for the faint of heart! If you don’t enjoy spicy food, you might want to avoid adding too much chile.

Be careful while preparing the chiles as they can irritate your skin and eyes if not handled properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dipping sauce contains a moderate amount of calories, with the brown sugar being the main source of sugar.
Fish sauce is a good source of iodine and can help regulate thyroid function. It also adds a savory umami flavor to the dish.
The bird’s eye chiles contain capsaicin which has been linked to improving heart health and reducing inflammation.

	8 tablespoons lemon juice
	4 tablespoons fish sauce
	1 -2 tablespoon brown sugar
	2 -3 birds eye chiles , de-seeded and finely sliced
	1 garlic clove , crushed
	2 tablespoons dark soy sauce