Cucumber Vinegar Sauce Recipe

Elevate your Thai and Vietnamese snacks with this incredibly easy Cucumber Vinegar Sauce recipe! Perfect for dipping fried or roasted foods like corn cakes, spring rolls, and garden rolls, this vibrant sauce is a family favorite, passed down from my daughter's kitchen to yours. This refreshing and tangy sauce is ready in minutes and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 225 kcal

Protein 0g

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Ingredients for Cucumber Vinegar Sauce

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How to Make Cucumber Vinegar Sauce

In a small saucepan over medium heat, gently combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons fish sauce, and 1 tablespoon red chili paste. Stir constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved and the chili paste is well incorporated. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and transfer the mixture to a heat-safe bowl.
Allow the mixture to cool completely to room temperature. This will take approximately 15-20 minutes.
Once cooled, stir in 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh coriander (cilantro) and 1 cup finely diced cucumber.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more chili paste for extra heat or sugar for sweetness. Serve immediately and enjoy! For longer storage, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to four days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

202g

Fat

Carbs

16g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cucumber Vinegar Sauce?

Cucumber Vinegar Sauce takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cucumber Vinegar Sauce?

Cucumber Vinegar Sauce has approximately 225 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cucumber Vinegar Sauce?

The key ingredients for Cucumber Vinegar Sauce are Distilled White Vinegar, Superfine Sugar, Sambal Oelek, Fresh Coriander, Cucumbers. See the full list with measurements above.