Low Sugar Classic Nuoc Cham

Total time15 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

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Ingredients

6 servings

¼ cup fish sauce
Red Boat Fish Sauce 40° North Hokan Fish Sauce Phu Quoc Fish Sauce
MW Polar Fish Sauce
Rufina Patis Fish Sauce
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¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
3 tbsp warm water
2 tbsp granulated sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1–2 fresh red thai chili peppers, thinly sliced (or ½ tsp red pepper flakes)
1 tsp rice vinegar (optional)

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, combine the warm water and sugar, whisking until the sugar is fully dissolved.
2
Add the fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, and sliced chili (and rice vinegar, if using) to the bowl. Stir well to combine.

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