Vietnamese Nuoc Cham Style Dip

Fresh, salty, slightly sweet and pleasantly spicy: this Vietnamese-inspired dipping sauce is quick to make and pairs perfectly with crispy rice paper rolls.

Quick Overview

🕒 Preparation time: 3-5 minutes
👩🏼‍🍳 Difficulty: easy

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp agave syrup or maple syrup
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 small chili pepper, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, chopped or pressed
• Optional: small carrot, finely grated

Instructions

• Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl.
• For a smoother consistency, briefly blend or puree the sauce if desired.

Serving Suggestion

This dip pairs especially well with crispy Asian rice paper rolls.
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Note

The dip keeps in a sealed container in the refrigerator for about 4–5 days.