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Fish Sauce

Also known as: nam pla, nuoc mam, patis

Pungent fermented fish condiment essential to Southeast Asian cooking. Adds deep umami. Smells strong but mellows in cooking.

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Origin

Southeast Asia

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Storage

Refrigerate after opening

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Shelf Life

2-3 years

๐Ÿ’ก Tips & Tricks

  • โœ“Start with less than recipe calls for - you can add more
  • โœ“Quality matters - look for first press
  • โœ“Don't fear the smell - it transforms dishes

๐Ÿ“– Recipes with Fish Sauce

๐Ÿ”„ Substitutes

  • Soy sauce + anchovy paste
  • Worcestershire sauce

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Pairs Well With

LimeChiliGarlicPalm sugarHerbs

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