Vietnamese Dipping Sauce (Nuoc Cham) — Snacks & Appetizers recipe

Vietnamese Dipping Sauce (Nuoc Cham)

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 38 kcal  · Snacks & Appetizers

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Try this homemade Vietnamese Dipping Sauce (Nuoc Cham) recipe the whole family will love. Made with fish sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice and sugar. Easy…

This Vietnamese Dipping Sauce (Nuoc Cham) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as rice vinegar, lime juice, sugar and garlic, peeled and minced. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 38 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Snacks & Appetizers
Servings: persons

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