Nuoc cham (vietnamese hot sauce)

12 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1eachGarlic clove minced
1teaspoonLime peel minced
¼teaspoonPepper flakes red, crushed
2teaspoonsLime juice
2tablespoonsFish sauce
3tablespoonsWater
2teaspoonsSugar

Directions

Increase the amount of red pepper flakes to suit taste. Combine garlic, lime peel, and red pepper flakes then add lime juice, fish sauce, water, and sugar. Whisk until all ingredients are blended and sugar is dissolved. Makes about ⅓ cup. Will keep short periods if refrigerated. Serve: Used on vegetables, meats and fish by the Vietnamese.