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How to make it
4 steps. Take it one step at a time.
Combine the fish sauce, freshly squeezed lime juice, and palm sugar
In a small glass bowl, combine the fish sauce, freshly squeezed lime juice, and palm sugar.
Whisk the mixture vigorously
Whisk the mixture vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved and the flavors are integrated.
Add the sliced bird's eye chilies, sliced garlic, and sliced shallot
Add the sliced bird's eye chilies, sliced garlic, and sliced shallot (if using) into the bowl.
Stir well and let the sauce sit
Stir well and let the sauce sit for at least 10-15 minutes at room temperature before serving to allow the aromatics to infuse into the liquid.
10 min
A little kitchen wisdom
For the best flavor, use fresh lime juice rather than bottled. If you prefer a less spicy sauce, remove the seeds from the chilies before slicing. Traditionally, palm sugar is used for a mellow sweetness, but white sugar works as a substitute.
What you'll need
Small mixing bowlWhisk or spoonSharp knifeCutting board
