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Nouc Cham: A Delicious and Refreshing Southeast Asian Sauce



Nouc Cham is a Southeast Asian sauce that’s popular in Laos, Vietnam, and Thailand. It’s a sweet and sour sauce that can be used as a condiment, marinade, or dipping sauce. It’s usually served over grilled meats and fish, steamed vegetables, and salads. The main ingredients are fish sauce, sugar, water, garlic, and chili pepper. Nouc Cham is a quick and easy recipe to make, and it’s sure to upgrade any meal.

Ingredients used:

  • 2 cloves
  • 1
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon
  • 1/2
  • 1/4 cup
  • 5 tablespoons

Recipe steps:

  • In a small bowl, place garlic and chili and squeeze in the lime.
  • Using a small knife, remove some of the pulp.
  • Add fish sauce and water and mix well.
  • Place the sauce in a nice bowl and set aside.

With a few simple steps and ingredients, you can create a delicious and refreshing Southeast Asian sauce. Nouc Cham is the perfect addition to grilled meats, fish, steamed vegetables, and salads. Make it today and upgrade any meal!