Nuoc Cham With Optional Ingredients

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 10
Nuoc Cham with Optional Ingredients Recipe for a Perfectly Spiced and Flavoured Vietnamese Dip
in Dip

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

5 min

Level

Very easy

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Ingredients

2 2 tablespoons lemon juice or 2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons fish sauce ( n & # 432 , , & # 7899 , ,c m & # 7855 , ,m )
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons hot water
1 1 Thai red chili peppers ( optional ) or 1/2 jalapeno , minced ( optional )
1/4 teaspoon lemongrass , slices ( optional )
1 garlic clove , minced ( optional )
1 teaspoon minced coriander ( optional )
1 teaspoon basil ( optional )
1 teaspoon mint ( optional )
1 teaspoon minced ginger ( optional )
1 teaspoon scallion , sliced ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
19
Sugar
3g
Fat
0g
Nuoc Cham is a classic Vietnamese dipping sauce that is served with a wide range of dishes, including spring rolls, banh mi sandwiches, and noodle salads. This recipe allows you to customize the spiciness and flavour of the sauce to your liking with ingredients like ginger, garlic, and chili peppers. The fish sauce used in this recipe is a staple ingredient in many Southeast Asian cuisines and adds a salty, umami flavour to the sauce. Whether you're looking to add some extra kick to your meals or simply want to try something new, Nuoc Cham is a tasty and easy-to-make dip that is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.In a small mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice or vinegar, fish sauce, sugar, and water and mix until the sugar dissolves.
2.Add in the minced chili peppers, lemongrass, garlic, coriander, basil, ginger, and scallion, if using.
3.Mix again until all of the ingredients are well combined.
4.Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

PROS

Nuoc Cham is a delicious and versatile dipping sauce that complements a wide variety of Vietnamese and Southeast Asian dishes.

This recipe allows you to customize the flavours to your liking with optional ingredients like chili peppers, lemongrass, and ginger.

CONS

Nuoc Cham can be high in sodium due to the fish sauce, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

This recipe may not be suitable for vegetarians or those with fish allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Nuoc Cham is a low-calorie dipping sauce that can add flavour and nutrition to your meals.
The ginger, garlic, and chili peppers used in this recipe are all anti-inflammatory and may aid in digestion and immunity.

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