Holistic Health Library

Yields 2 cups

Ingredients:

5 tablespoons sugar


3 tablespoons water


1/3 cup fish sauce (nuoc mam) 


1/2 cup lime or lemon juice (about 3 limes or 2 lemons)


1 large clove garlic, crushed, peeled, and sliced or minced 


1 or more bird's eye or Thai chilies, seeded, and sliced or minced 


1 shallot, peeled, thinly sliced, rinsed, and drained (optional)

Directions:

Whisk together the sugar, water, fish sauce, and lime or lemon juice in a bowl until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Add the garlic, chili, and shallot (if using), and let stand for 30 minutes before serving.