Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce Nuoc Mam Gung Recipe

Elevate your Vietnamese dishes with this incredibly fragrant and flavorful Ginger Fish Sauce (Nuoc Mam Gung)! This quick 5-minute recipe creates a vibrant, spicy-sweet sauce perfect for dipping spring rolls, grilled meats, or adding a burst of umami to your favorite noodle bowls. A must-try for any Vietnamese food enthusiast!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 157.2 kcal

Protein 15g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce Nuoc Mam Gung

Gingerroot
Red Chilies
Garlic
2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or to taste)
1/4 cup fish sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Water

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How to Make Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce Nuoc Mam Gung

Finely mince the ginger.
Combine the minced ginger, fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, and chili garlic sauce in a small bowl.
Whisk vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved and the sauce is well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more sugar for sweetness, lime juice for acidity, or chili garlic sauce for heat.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

295 g

Sugar

94g

Fat

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce Nuoc Mam Gung?

Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce Nuoc Mam Gung takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce Nuoc Mam Gung?

Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce Nuoc Mam Gung has approximately 157.2 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce Nuoc Mam Gung?

The key ingredients for Vietnamese Ginger Fish Sauce Nuoc Mam Gung are Gingerroot, Red Chilies, Garlic, Sugar, Fish Sauce, Lime Juice. See the full list with measurements above.