Dipping Sauce with Ginger Nuoc Cham Gung
Elevate your meals with the vibrant flavors of Dipping Sauce with Ginger Nuoc Cham Gung, a bold and aromatic Vietnamese-inspired condiment. This quick and easy recipe combines finely grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and a touch of red chili for optional heat, all balanced with the perfect harmony of fish sauce, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dipping sauce is perfect for pairing with grilled meats, seafood, dumplings, or fresh rolls. Its tangy, savory, and slightly spicy profile will bring an explosion of flavor to your table. Adjust the taste to suit your preferences and savor this zesty sauce with your favorite dishes. Best stored in the fridge, it’s a must-have for any culinary enthusiast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon (finely grated) Fresh ginger
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic
- 1 small (thinly sliced) Red chili (optional)
- 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed) Lime juice
- 1.5 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the grated fresh ginger and the minced garlic.
Add the thinly sliced red chili, if desired, for extra heat.
Pour in the fish sauce, lime juice, and water, then stir to combine.
Sprinkle in the granulated sugar and mix until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness, saltiness, or tanginess as desired by adding more sugar, fish sauce, or lime juice, respectively.
Transfer the sauce into a serving dish or jar, and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve as a dipping sauce for grilled meats, seafood, dumplings, or fresh rolls. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
30 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 943 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 71 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
