For a fresh twist, try adding a tablespoon of finely minced fresh garlic instead of garlic powder. If you prefer a milder sauce, remove the seeds and membranes from the chili pepper before slicing. The rice vinegar version of this sauce keeps well at room temperature for several weeks due to the vinegar's preservative properties. However, for the best quality and to maintain freshness, refrigerate after opening. If you substitute lime or lemon juice for the rice vinegar, the sauce *must* be refrigerated and will have a shorter shelf life (about 1 week).
Vietnamese Dipping Sauce
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME5 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS33
Unlock the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this essential dipping sauce. Perfectly balanced with sweet, sour, salty, and spicy notes, it's the ideal complement to rice paper rolls, grilled meats, and fresh salads. A versatile condiment that will elevate any meal.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate7 g
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Protein1 g
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Sodium1094 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 1 mins In a medium-sized, non-reactive bowl, combine the fish sauce, rice vinegar, water, sugar, garlic powder, and sliced chili pepper. (Approximately 1 minute)
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Stir vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is homogenous. This may take a few minutes, ensuring a smooth texture. (Approximately 3-5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Taste the sauce and adjust the balance of flavors to your preference. Add a touch more sugar for sweetness, rice vinegar for tartness, fish sauce for saltiness and umami, or chili pepper for heat. (Approximately 1-2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Once the flavors are perfectly balanced, carefully pour the dipping sauce into sterilized bottles or airtight containers. Seal tightly with lids.
05 Step
Recipe View 30 mins For optimal flavor, allow the sauce to sit for at least 30 minutes before using. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Gregory Hills
Jun 21, 2025I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit! I love the balance of flavors, and it's so easy to adjust to my taste.
Beau Towne
Jun 3, 2025Easy to make and so much better than store-bought. I'll definitely be making this again.
Michel Wunsch
Mar 7, 2025This sauce is amazing on summer rolls! I added a little bit of lime juice for extra zing.
Sophie Crona
Feb 7, 2025I was hesitant to make this with fish sauce, but it's surprisingly delicious! The sugar and vinegar balance it out perfectly. Thanks for the recipe!