Nuoc Cham

1. 1

   Stem the chile.

2. 2

   Split the chile in half, remove and discard the seeds and membrane.

3. 3

   Finely chop the chile.

4. 4

   Combine the chopped chile, garlic and sugar in a mortar.

5. 5

   Pound the mixture into a paste.

6. 6

   Remove the zest and pith from the lime, and discard.

7. 7

   Add the lime to the chile mixture.

8. 8

   Mash well.

9. 9

   Add the fish sauce and the water.

10. 10

    Mix well.

11. 11

    Serve as a seasoning agent instead of salt and pepper.

No additional tips available.