LEMONGRASS SAUCE

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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     condiments, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, about 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup Asian fish sauce (nam pla)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons finely minced lemongrass bulb
1 makrut lime leaf, shredded fine (optional; sold in Asian markets)
2 teaspoons minced fresh coriander leaves
1 teaspoon minced scallion
2 tiny Thai red "bird" chilies, or other fresh red chilies, sliced (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar, sugar, water, fish sauce and lime juice in a small, nonreactive saucepan. Bring just to a boil; then, add the lemongrass and the lime leaf and simmer for 30 seconds.
  • Remove from heat, and place the saucepan in a bowl of ice and water to chill it until it is room temperature, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the cilantro, scallions and chilies to taste.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 26, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 709 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

ezra ombaso
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This sauce is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Nemo Ahu
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This sauce is a great way to use up leftover lemongrass.


hi peoples
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I love the fact that this sauce is made with all-natural ingredients.


Ivan Kolf
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This sauce is so versatile. I've used it on everything from chicken to fish to tofu.


Hawk Navy
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I made this sauce for a potluck and it was gone in minutes.


Arthur snow
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This sauce is a bit spicy, but I love it that way.


Nicole Johnson
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I love the lemongrass flavor in this sauce. It's so refreshing.


Sandy Fred
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This sauce is a great way to add some Asian flair to your meals.


Robert Walsh
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The flavors in this sauce are out of this world. I highly recommend it.


Ariyan Rana
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I made this sauce exactly as the recipe stated and it turned out amazing! My family loved it.


Browny Girl
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This sauce is addictive! I can't get enough of it.


Starla Jackson
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I love how easy this sauce is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


john taylor
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I love the versatility of this sauce. I've used it on chicken, fish, and tofu, and each time it's been delicious.


Muhammad Imran khan
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This lemongrass sauce was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were so fresh and bright.