Steps
How to make Nuoc Mam Cham Dressing. This dressing is essential with spring rolls, grilled meats, noodles, and crispy seafood. It comes together in minutes and keeps well in the fridge—perfect for flavour on standby.
Ingredients
- 1
3 tbsp fish sauce
- 2
3 tbsp white vinegar
- 3
2 tbsp sugar
- 4
125 ml water
- 5
2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 6
1 red bird’s eye chilli, thinly sliced
- 7
2 tbsp lime juice
Method
- 1
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine fish sauce, vinegar, sugar, and water. Stir well and cook gently just until sugar dissolves and liquid is warm—but do not boil.
- 2
Remove from heat. Once cool, stir in chopped garlic, sliced chilli, and lime juice. Serve immediately or store in a jar.
Tips
- 1
Remove chilli seeds or use a milder chilli for less heat.
- 2
Make a double batch—it keeps well and goes with everything from grilled prawns to noodle salads.
...And that's it, enjoy!
What you'll need
You will need:
Small saucepan
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