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Nuoc Cham Recipe (Vietnamese Fish Dipping Sauce)

Nuoc cham, a Vietnamese fish dipping sauce, in a dark ceramic bowl, topped with minced garlic and sliced red chili, served with fresh spring rolls.
Quick and easy Vietnamese nuoc cham made with fish sauce, lime, and garlic. A tasty dipping sauce with a sweet, salty, tangy, and mildly spicy flavor.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Serving Size 8 tablespoons

Equipment

  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Small bowl and spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 clove garlic finely minced
  • 1 red chili thinly sliced, adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1½ tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp warm water
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Finely mince the garlic and red chili.
  • In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and warm water. Stir until the sugar fully dissolves.
  • Add the minced garlic and chili to the bowl. Mix well and taste.
  • Adjust the spice level or sweetness to your preference. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Nutrition Facts
Nuoc Cham Recipe (Vietnamese Fish Dipping Sauce)
Amount per Serving
Calories
13
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
0.03
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.003
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.01
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0.001
g
Sodium
 
354
mg
15
%
Potassium
 
33
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
1
%
Fiber
 
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
0.4
g
1
%
Vitamin A
 
54
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
8
mg
10
%
Calcium
 
3
mg
0
%
Iron
 
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Notes

  • Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and should be considered approximate.