SIMPLE NUOC CHAM

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This is the basic sauce that almost always appears on the Vietnamese table, where it serves somewhat the same function as salt and pepper in the West. Nuoc cham is frequently presented in individual saucers and diners dip their food in the sauce before eating it.

Provided by Nancy Harmon Jenkins

Categories     condiments

Time 10m

Yield serve 4, 6 or 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 tablespoons nuoc mam
4 tablespoons sugar
2 lemons
1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
Water to taste
3 tiny hot green or red chili peppers, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a 4-cup measuring jug, place the nuoc mam, sugar and the juice of the lemons. Mix well until the sugar has dissolved.
  • Add garlic and stir to mix.
  • Note the quantity of liquid in the measuring jug and add one and a half times that amount in water. Stir well and taste. You may add more of any ingredient. The nuoc cham should have a delicately fishy flavor, sweet and tart at the same time.
  • Add chili peppers.

HERO ALAMIN
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This Nuoc Cham recipe is a must-try for any fan of Vietnamese food. The sauce is easy to make and it's delicious. I love using it on grilled shrimp and chicken.


It's Ghamgene
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I'm always looking for new Nuoc Cham recipes and this one is a winner. The sauce is flavorful and it's perfect for dipping or marinating. I will definitely be making this again.


Jayde Wauchope
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This Nuoc Cham recipe is a great way to introduce Vietnamese flavors into your cooking. The sauce is easy to make and it's delicious on a variety of dishes.


Beckett Spruill
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This Nuoc Cham sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment. It's perfect for dipping, marinating, or dressing. I love using it on grilled meats and vegetables.


Glittery Glitz
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I love the simplicity of this Nuoc Cham recipe. It's made with just a few ingredients and it's ready in no time. The sauce is delicious and it's perfect for any Vietnamese dish.


Saroj Ghising
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This Nuoc Cham sauce is a great way to add flavor to your favorite Vietnamese dishes. It's also a great dipping sauce for spring rolls and other appetizers.


Abigail Dziekpor
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I'm so glad I found this Nuoc Cham recipe. It's the perfect addition to my Vietnamese cooking repertoire. The sauce is delicious and it's so easy to make.


Waqas Je
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This is the best Nuoc Cham recipe I've ever tried. The flavors are perfect and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.


susmita Sarkar
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This Nuoc Cham sauce is the perfect dipping sauce for spring rolls and other Vietnamese dishes. It's also great as a marinade for chicken or pork.


Love is everything
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I love this Nuoc Cham recipe! It's so versatile and can be used on so many different dishes. I especially love it on grilled chicken and shrimp.


Jemimah Sachimbali
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I was looking for a Nuoc Cham recipe that was simple and flavorful. This recipe fit the bill perfectly. The sauce was delicious and it was ready in no time.


Dr. Mark S. Hicks
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This recipe is a keeper! The Nuoc Cham sauce is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of flavors.


Onyinye Irabor
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I'm not usually a fan of fish sauce, but this recipe changed my mind. The Nuoc Cham sauce is so delicious and versatile. I've used it on everything from noodles to salads.


Mari Anderson
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My family loves this Nuoc Cham sauce. It's the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and salty. We use it on everything from spring rolls to pho.


MADHAV XTHA
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I've tried many Nuoc Cham recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's so simple to make and the flavors are amazing. I love using it on grilled meats and vegetables.


Zihad Mal
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This Nuoc Cham recipe was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the tangy, flavorful sauce. It's definitely become my go-to dipping sauce for Vietnamese food.