Nuoc Mam (Fish Sauce)
The soul of Vietnamese cuisine! Golden umami extract brewed by small fish
Description
The absolute soul of Vietnamese cuisine. A fermented condiment made from anchovies and salt, equivalent to soy sauce in Japanese cooking.
Classification: Fish Sauce
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How to use
Ingredients
- Small fish(Anchovies)
- Salt
Instructions
- (Condiment) *Used as the flavor base for almost all Vietnamese stir-fries, stews, and soups.
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Key spices
None
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Nampla (Thai fish sauce), Shottsuru
Pairing
Almost all Vietnamese dishes
Trivia
Same base as Thai Nampla, but Nuoc Mam is generally slightly less salty and has a more refined, umami-rich aroma.
Eating tips & etiquette
Premium 'first-press' fish sauce is enjoyed unheated as a pure dipping sauce for boiled meats.
Allergen
Fish