Ingredients for Oysters With Vietnamese Ginger Lime Sauce Or Shrimp
- Freshly shucked oysters (amount to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1-2 Thai chilies (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Minced Ginger
- Fresh Lime Juice
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon water
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How to Make Oysters With Vietnamese Ginger Lime Sauce Or Shrimp
- Combine 2 cloves garlic, 1-2 Thai chilies (adjust to your spice preference), 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger in a mortar and pestle. Pound into a smooth paste.
- Transfer the paste to a small bowl. Add 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1 tablespoon water.
- Whisk vigorously until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the sugar is dissolved.
- Let the sauce rest at room temperature for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step enhances the depth of flavor.
- Drizzle generously over freshly shucked oysters or 1 pound of cooked, chilled shrimp. Garnish with extra lime wedges and chopped cilantro (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
21 g
Sugar
15g
Fat
1g
Carbs
2g