Tangy-Sweet Shrimp Sauce

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   In a small bowl, combine the lime juice and vinegar.

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   Whisk in the shrimp sauce, blending well.

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   Add the fish sauce, sugar, and water and whisk to dissolve the sugar.

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   Taste and adjust as needed to arrive at a pleasantly tangy, sweet, salty, pungent sauce.

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   A little more lime (up to 1 tablespoon) will tame the pungency and sweetness.

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   If the overall flavors are too intense, add water by the teaspoonful.

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   If you like shrimp sauce, whisk in more.

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   When you are satisfied with the balance, add the chiles and set aside for 30 minutes to let the flavors develop before serving.

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   Put the sauce on the table so that diners can serve themselves, or divide among individual dipping sauce bowls.

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    It may be prepared 2 to 3 hours in advance and left at room temperature until serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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