Spicy Cambodian Dipping Sauce
Elevate your culinary experience with this bold and aromatic Spicy Cambodian Dipping Sauce—a perfect pairing for grilled meats, fresh vegetables, and Cambodian classics like spring rolls. This quick and easy recipe combines fiery red chili peppers, fragrant garlic, bright lime juice, and savory fish sauce, balanced with a touch of palm sugar for sweetness. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro and optional mint adds a refreshing herbal note that rounds out the vibrant flavors. Ready in just 10 minutes and completely customizable, this sauce is ideal for those seeking a zesty, authentic taste of Southeast Asia. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or preparing an appetizer platter, this versatile dipping sauce is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Fresh red chili peppers
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
Start by finely chopping the red chili peppers and garlic cloves. For a smoother sauce, you can also crush them together using a mortar and pestle.
In a small bowl, combine the chopped chili peppers and garlic with the fresh lime juice, fish sauce, and palm sugar. Mix well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Add the water to the mixture and stir to adjust the consistency of the sauce to your liking. You can add more water if you prefer a thinner sauce.
Fold in the chopped fresh cilantro and mint (if using) for added freshness and a hint of herbal flavor.
Taste the sauce and adjust the balance of flavors as needed. You can add more lime juice for acidity, palm sugar for sweetness, or fish sauce for saltiness.
Serve immediately as a dipping sauce alongside grilled meats, fresh vegetables, or Cambodian dishes like spring rolls.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
90 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2523 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.5 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 338 mg | 7% | |
*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.
