Authentic Thai Dipping Sauce Recipe

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Authentic Thai Dipping Sauce Recipe
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 26, 2023

This Thai Dipping Sauce is a burst of flavors that perfectly complements your favorite Thai dishes. Made with a blend of spicy, sweet, salty, and tangy ingredients, this sauce is incredibly versatile and addictive. It can be used as a dipping sauce for spring rolls, grilled meats, or even as a dressing for salads. Prepare to be transported to the streets of Thailand with this easy-to-make and delicious Authentic Thai Dipping Sauce.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons palm sugar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 Thai chili, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, water, and palm sugar until the sugar has dissolved.
  2. Add minced garlic, Thai chili, cilantro, and mint leaves. Stir to combine.
  3. Taste and adjust the flavors according to your preference. Add more fish sauce for saltiness, lime juice for sourness, palm sugar for sweetness, or Thai chili for spiciness.
  4. Let the sauce sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Serve as a dipping sauce with your favorite Thai dishes or use it as a dressing for salads.

Interesting Facts

  • Fish sauce is a staple ingredient in Thai cuisine, adding a unique umami flavor to dishes.
  • Thai chili is known for its spicy kick and is often used in Thai cooking to add heat to dishes.
  • Palm sugar is used in Thai cuisine as a natural sweetener, giving dishes a hint of sweetness without being overly sugary.