Thai Fish Sauce Kosher Easy Style
Discover the perfect balance of authentic Thai flavors with this "Thai Fish Sauce Kosher Easy Style" recipe, a thoughtful alternative for those seeking a kosher or vegetarian-friendly substitute for traditional fish sauce. Crafted with gluten-free tamari, umami-packed kombu, dried shiitake mushrooms, and a hint of garlic, this homemade sauce delivers bold depth and savory notes essential to Southeast Asian cooking—all in just 30 minutes. Its simple preparation involves simmering pantry staples to create a richly flavored, versatile condiment perfect for enhancing stir-fries, soups, marinades, and more. Convenient and preservative-free, this recipe yields a generously portioned sauce that stays fresh in the fridge for up to two weeks. Perfect for kosher kitchens or those seeking a plant-based twist, this easy recipe ensures you’ll never miss out on the iconic taste of fish sauce in your favorite Thai dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
- 0.5 cups Water
- 1 piece Kombu (dried kelp, kosher-certified)
- 2 pieces Dried shiitake mushrooms
- 2 units Garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
Instructions
In a small pot, combine the tamari, water, kombu piece, dried shiitake mushrooms, and smashed garlic cloves.
Add the salt and sugar, stirring to dissolve the sugar completely.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to cook for 20 minutes, uncovered. This will help extract the flavors from the kombu and mushrooms.
Remove the pot from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes to cool slightly.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean container or jar, discarding the solids.
Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight bottle or jar for storage.
Store the sauce in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks and use it as a substitute for traditional fish sauce in your Thai and Southeast Asian recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
349 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 21177 mg | 921% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 43.2 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.7 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1367 mg | 29% | |
*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.
