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Nuoc Cham Pha - Vietnam

Nuoc cham is actually a generic name for various Vietnamese dipping sauces, but it's widely associated with a simple recipe for mixed fish sauce. Don't be deterred by its pungent and not-so-appetizing smell—it's excellent with fried or fresh spring rolls, all kinds of Asian appetizers and bo bun, a refreshing rice vermicelli salad dish that uses nuoc cham pha as a dressing. Typically made with fish sauce, lime juice, sugar and water, it's also common to add seasonings like minced garlic and finely chopped bird's eye chilies for extra flavor.

Ingredients:

• 6 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1.5 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 garlic clove, peeled and minced
• 1 bird's eye chili, finely sliced

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the water and sugar until dissolved. Add the remaining ingredients. Stir well to combine.
2. Serve at room temperature.

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