Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce Nuoc Mam Gung
Elevate your meals with Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce, or Nuoc Mam Gung, a bold and aromatic dipping sauce that captures the essence of traditional Vietnamese cuisine. This quick and easy recipe combines savory fish sauce, zesty lime juice, and a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar, brought to life with finely minced ginger, garlic, and fiery bird’s eye chili. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce is the perfect pairing for boiled chicken, tender duck, or steamed seafood, infusing every bite with a harmonious balance of tangy, spicy, and umami flavors. Whether you’re hosting a dinner or exploring Southeast Asian culinary traditions, this homemade Vietnamese ginger fish sauce is a must-try condiment to impress your guests and elevate your dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1.5 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 small Bird’s eye chili
Instructions
Peel the fresh ginger and finely mince it until you have about 1 tablespoon. Set it aside.
Peel the garlic clove and mince it finely. Set aside with the ginger.
Slice the bird’s eye chili into thin rings. Remove the seeds if you prefer less heat.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the fish sauce, lime juice, granulated sugar, and water. Stir well until the sugar completely dissolves.
Add the minced ginger, minced garlic, and sliced chili into the mixture and stir to combine.
Taste the sauce and adjust flavor balance if needed. Add more sugar for sweetness, lime juice for tanginess, or fish sauce for saltiness, according to your preference.
Serve the Nuoc Mam Gung as a dipping sauce alongside dishes such as boiled chicken, duck, or steamed seafood.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
119 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5028 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 299 mg | 6% | |
*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.
