Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fish sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine the lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, chili garlic sauce, garlic, and ginger.
2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth.
4. Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and whisk until well combined.
5. Continue to simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes, or until it has thickened to your desired consistency.
6. Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool to room temperature before serving.
10-15 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving size: Makes about 1 cup of sauce
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 90
- Total Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 1,800mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 22g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 18g
- Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Lime juice: Lemon juice or rice vinegar
- Fish sauce: Soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
- Brown sugar: Honey or maple syrup
- Chili garlic sauce: Sriracha or red pepper flakes
- Garlic: Garlic powder or shallots
- Ginger: Ground ginger or ginger paste
Variations:
- Add chopped cilantro or scallions for extra flavor.
- Use this sauce as a marinade for chicken or shrimp.
- Add a splash of coconut milk for a creamier texture.
- Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce to make it more or less spicy.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to whisk the cornstarch mixture thoroughly to avoid lumps in the sauce.
- Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- This sauce pairs well with fishballs, but can also be used as a dipping sauce for spring rolls or dumplings.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the sauce in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sauce in a small bowl or ramekin alongside fishballs or other appetizers.
Garnishes:
- Garnish the sauce with chopped cilantro or scallions for extra flavor.
Pairings:
- Serve this sauce with fishballs or other seafood appetizers.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve this sauce alongside steamed rice or noodles.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water to thin it out.
- If the sauce is too thin, simmer it for a few more minutes to thicken it up.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use fresh lime juice and fish sauce to avoid any food safety issues.
Food history:
- This sauce is a popular condiment in Southeast Asian cuisine, particularly in Thailand and Vietnam.
Flavor profiles:
- This sauce is sweet, tangy, and spicy, with a hint of umami from the fish sauce.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve this sauce alongside fishballs or other seafood appetizers for a flavorful and spicy dipping sauce.
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