Nuoc Cham
A bright, tangy Vietnamese dipping sauce balancing salty, sweet, sour, and spicy in a single spoonful. It wakes up grilled meats, spring rolls, and salads with fresh lime, fish sauce, and crunchy garlic and chili.
1 cup fish sauce
2 lime, juiced
1 cup water
3 tbsp granulated sugar
2 clove garlic, finely minced
1 thai bird chile, thinly sliced (or to taste)
2 tbsp carrot, finely julienned or shredded (optional)
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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