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Fourth of July Nuoc Mam Recipe: Tangy-Sweet Grilled Delight

Savory, tangy, and delicious. A Vietnamese classic, this Nuoc Mam recipe delivers everything you’ve come to expect. Check it out.
5 from 138 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine Vietnamese
Servings 3 people
Calories 92 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring spoon
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 6 tbsp. Water
  • 4 tbsp. Granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tbsp. Lemon juice
  • 6 tbsp. Fish sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Bird’s eye chili pepper finely sliced

Instructions
 

  • Mix the sugar and water in a mixing bowl, until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Add fish sauce and mix to combine.
  • Finally, add the lemon juice,
  • Stir the mixture for one last time.
  • Add garlic and chili pepper before serving.

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Notes

  • Adjust — Although most Nuoc Mam recipes call for similar ingredients, if it’s too much for you, feel free to adjust the amounts. Less fish sauce and more sugar might be better for you if the sauce is too strong for you.
 
  • Serving — This Nuoc Mam recipe makes a great dipping sauce that could be enjoyed with a variety of dishes. My favorite ones are Vietnamese spring rolls, salads, and com tam. Try it!

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Fourth of July Nuoc Mam Recipe: Tangy-Sweet Grilled Delight
Amount per Serving
Calories
92
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
0.1
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.01
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.01
g
Sodium
 
2323
mg
101
%
Potassium
 
105
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
22
g
7
%
Fiber
 
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
 
21
g
23
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
4
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
4
mg
5
%
Calcium
 
20
mg
2
%
Iron
 
0.3
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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