The vibrant cuisine of Cambodia is renowned for its bold flavors and aromatic spices, and one of the most iconic condiments in Cambodian cooking is the spicy dipping sauce known as "Nam Jim." This versatile sauce is a staple in Cambodian households and restaurants, and it is commonly served with grilled meats, vegetables, and spring rolls, enhancing their natural flavors and adding a delightful kick of heat. With its perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy elements, Nam Jim is a culinary delight that is sure to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Cambodia.
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SPICY CAMBODIAN DIPPING SAUCE
This sauce is very versatile. You can use it with pasta, chicken, fish, steak, as a dipping sauce for egg or spring rolls, etc... It can also be used as a marinade. Get creative!
Provided by LifeIsGood
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 1/2 Cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put the garlic, chilies, lime juice, sugar and water into a blender and whiz until you get a nice paste. Add the fish sauce and stir. Beat in the ground peanuts.
- There are many variations to this sauce, and the beauty of making it yourself is that you can adjust the taste to your liking. Add more fish sauce if you want it to be saltier, or more water for the opposite effect. Add more sugar if you like it sweet and vary the amount of lime juice depending on how sour you want it .
- There are no hard and fast rules here. The important thing is that you enjoy the sauce. Just make sure the basic ingredients are included in the recipe.
SWEET AND SPICY DIPPING SAUCE
Simple sauce that combines sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors into a wonderful dipping sauce for chips, grilled chicken, and spring rolls. It can be kept in the fridge for about a week.
Provided by Sean Gough
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Stir the vinegar and sugar together in a small saucepan over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely, 7 to 10 minutes; add the salt, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir the chili garlic sauce into the mixture. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Sodium 330.4 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
CAMBODIAN GINGER SAUCE (TIRK KHNGAY)
This ginger dipping sauce is wonderful with either grilled, steamed or fried fish. My Cambodian friend's dad used to make this every time he served fish.
Provided by Mr. Ojeda
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix hot water, sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, ginger, garlic, and chile peppers in a bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.8 g, Sodium 549.3 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
SPICY DIPPING SAUCE
Excellent spicy dipping sauce served hot with meatballs or spareribs. Easy to make with one saucepan. If you like it really spicy, add more curry powder and horseradish.
Provided by foodtvfan
Categories Pork
Time 28m
Yield 1 1/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat butter in small saucepan over moderate heat.
- Add onion and curry powder and stir for 3 minutes.
- Stir in remaining ingredients.
- Reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Serve hot with meatballs or spareribs for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.9, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 24.4, Sodium 653.7, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 12.3, Protein 1.2
Tips:
- Use a mortar and pestle to grind the lemongrass and garlic. This will help release their flavors and create a more authentic sauce.
- If you don't have a mortar and pestle, you can use a food processor. Just be sure to pulse the ingredients until they are finely chopped.
- Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your sauce the best flavor.
- Taste the sauce as you make it and adjust the seasonings to your liking. You may want to add more lime juice, fish sauce, or chili peppers.
- Serve the sauce immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Spicy Cambodian dipping sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used with a variety of dishes. It is especially good with grilled meats, fish, and vegetables. The sauce is also a great way to add flavor to noodles, rice, and salads. If you are looking for a new and exciting sauce to try, be sure to give this spicy Cambodian dipping sauce a try.
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