Thai Cucumber Sauce Nam Chim Taeng Kwa Recipe

Spice up your next meal with this refreshing and vibrant Thai Cucumber Sauce (Nam Chim Taeng Kwa)! A traditional condiment, perfectly zesty and subtly sweet, it's the ideal accompaniment to satay, spring rolls, grilled meats, and more. This easy 15-minute recipe will elevate your dishes with authentic Thai flavors.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 325.5 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Thai Cucumber Sauce Nam Chim Taeng Kwa

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How to Make Thai Cucumber Sauce Nam Chim Taeng Kwa

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then immediately remove from heat.
  4. Allow the sauce to cool completely to room temperature.
  5. While the sauce cools, thinly slice 1 large cucumber. Gently toss the cucumber slices with the cooled sauce.
  6. Sprinkle generously with cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference) before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

77 g

Sugar

325g

Fat

0g

Carbs

27g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Thai Cucumber Sauce Nam Chim Taeng Kwa?

Thai Cucumber Sauce Nam Chim Taeng Kwa takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Thai Cucumber Sauce Nam Chim Taeng Kwa?

Thai Cucumber Sauce Nam Chim Taeng Kwa has approximately 325.5 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Thai Cucumber Sauce Nam Chim Taeng Kwa?

The key ingredients for Thai Cucumber Sauce Nam Chim Taeng Kwa are Rice Vinegar, Water, Sugar, Salt, Cucumber, Cayenne Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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