Vietnamese Dipping Sauce (Nuoc Cham)

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Vietnamese Dipping Sauce (Nuoc Cham)
45 min.
6
29kcal

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Discover the vibrant essence of Vietnamese cuisine with this delightful recipe for Nuoc Cham, a tangy and flavorful dipping sauce that perfectly complements a variety of dishes. Whether you're serving fresh spring rolls, crispy fried appetizers, or even grilled meats, this versatile sauce will elevate your meal to new heights. With its harmonious balance of salty, sweet, sour, and spicy flavors, Nuoc Cham embodies the quintessential taste of Vietnam.

This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packs a punch of flavor in every bite. Made with simple yet aromatic ingredients like fresh garlic, zesty lime juice, and a kick of spicy chili, Nuoc Cham is as easy as it is delicious. In just 45 minutes, you'll create a refreshing and zesty dipping sauce that can serve six generous portions.

Perfect for antipasti spreads, starter platters, or as a snack enhancement, this sauce is a must-have in your culinary repertoire. Its lightweight calorie count of just 29 kcal per serving allows you to enjoy the robust flavors without any guilt. You’ll find yourself reaching for this vibrant sauce time and again, as it brings out the best in your favorite dishes. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s dive into the world of Vietnamese flavors with this sensational Nuoc Cham!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup asian fish sauce (nuoc mam or nam pla)
  • cloves garlic minced peeled
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime 
  • teaspoons chili red such as thai, serrano, jalapeño, or fresno, or asian chili paste hot minced
  • 0.3 cup rice vinegar 
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup water, fish sauce, vinegar, lime juice, sugar, and garlic.
  2. Add minced chili to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Calories29kcal
Protein15.17%
Fat0.91%
Carbs83.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.02
Glycemic Load
2.89
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.7200000286102%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.22mg
Hesperetin
0.9mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:28.96kcal
1.45%
Fat:0.03g
0.05%
Saturated Fat:0g
0.02%
Carbohydrates:6.11g
2.04%
Net Carbohydrates:6.05g
2.2%
Sugar:4.96g
5.51%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1518.46mg
66.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.11g
2.21%
Magnesium:35.1mg
8.77%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.71%
Vitamin C:3.57mg
4.32%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.48%
Selenium:2µg
2.85%
Folate:10.98µg
2.75%
Vitamin B3:0.48mg
2.41%
Potassium:74.86mg
2.14%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.55%
Calcium:12.38mg
1.24%
Iron:0.19mg
1.05%
Source:My Recipes