Vietnamese Dipping Sauce Vegan Nuoc Cham Alternative Recipe

Craving the vibrant flavors of Vietnamese Nuoc Cham without the fish sauce? This vegan alternative delivers a delicious hot, sour, salty, and sweet experience perfect for dipping spring rolls, veggies, or anything you desire! Quick, easy, and bursting with fresh aromatics, this recipe is a must-try for vegan and non-vegan cooks alike.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 57.2 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vietnamese Dipping Sauce Vegan Nuoc Cham Alternative

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How to Make Vietnamese Dipping Sauce Vegan Nuoc Cham Alternative

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar.
  2. Mince 2 cloves garlic and finely chop 1 stalk lemongrass (about 1 tablespoon).
  3. Add the minced garlic and lemongrass to the soy sauce mixture.
  4. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon and 1-2 small Thai chilies, finely minced (adjust to your spice preference).
  5. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Whisk until the sugar dissolves completely.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will meld beautifully over time!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

68 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

1g

Carbs

1g