Vietnamese dipping sauce *jb

1 Cup

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2smallsCloves garlic, sliced
1teaspoonGround chili paste
1Fresh thai bird chili, chopped (optional)
¼cupFish sauce
cupHot water
2tablespoonsFresh lime juice with pulp
¼cupSugar
2tablespoonsShredded carrots for garnish

Directions

Place garlic, chili paste and chili in a mortar. With a pestle, pound into a paste. (If you do not have a mortar & pestle, finely mince the garlic and chili.)

Combine the garlic mixture with the remaining ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Stir until the sugar has dissolved. Ladle sauce into serving bowls and float the carrot slivers on top.

Reprinted from "The Best of Vietnamese & Thai Cooking" cookbook.

Favorite recipes from Lemon Grass Restaurants and cafes.