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Unique Ways to Enhance Flavor with Fish Sauce!

Fish sauce isn’t just for stir-fries and soups—it can add depth and umami to a variety of dishes in ways you might never have imagined! With its rich umami and aromatic character, fish sauce can elevate both savory and even sweet dishes. Today, Squid Brand brings you creative ways to use fish sauce to transform your favorite meals into something truly unique.

5 Creative Ideas to Enhance Flavor with Fish Sauce (with Easy Recipes)

Fish sauce isn’t just a seasoning for soups, stir-fries, and curries—it can also be used to create unique and delicious new dishes! Here are five must-try recipes that will bring out the best in your cooking.

1. Caramelized Fish Sauce Glaze 

A sweet, savory, and umami-rich glaze that pairs perfectly with grilled meats like beef, pork, chicken, or even seafood.

Ingredients:

  • 3 tbsp Squid Brand Gold Label Fish Sauce
  • 2 tbsp palm sugar
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp minced garlic (for added aroma)

Instructions:

  1. Heat a pan over low heat and add palm sugar and water. Simmer until the sugar dissolves and caramelizes.
  2. Add fish sauce and stir well. Continue to simmer until slightly thickened.
  3. Remove from heat, stir in lime juice, and mix well.
  4. Use as a glaze for grilled meats or as a dip for seafood.

2. Fish Sauce-Cured Egg Yolks

A popular marinated egg dish that results in thick, flavorful yolks. Perfect over hot rice or as a topping for sushi and rice bowls.

Ingredients:

  • 4 fresh, raw egg yolks (safe for raw consumption)
  • 5 tbsp Squid Brand Green Label Fish Sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 tbsp water
  • Sliced chili and garlic (for extra flavor)
  • 3-5 thin slices of ginger

Instructions:

  1. Mix fish sauce, brown sugar, and water until sugar dissolves.
  2. Add sliced chili and garlic, then stir.
  3. Place egg yolks in a container with a lid, pour the marinade over them until fully submerged.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for 12-24 hours.
  5. Serve over hot rice or use as a topping for sushi.

3. Fish Sauce Butter

A secret ingredient that adds depth and umami to bread, roasted potatoes, popcorn, or grilled corn.

Ingredients:

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 tsp truffle fish sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar

Instructions:

  1. Melt butter in a microwave or over low heat.
  2. Stir in fish sauce and sugar until smooth.
  3. Spread on bread before toasting, mix with popcorn, or toss with roasted potatoes for an unexpected umami boost!

4. Fish Sauce Mayo Dip

A surprising yet delicious combination—fish sauce and mayonnaise! A perfect dip for fries, nuggets, or fried snacks. Using truffle-infused fish sauce takes it to the next level.

Ingredients:

  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp truffle fish sauce
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • Chili flakes or black pepper (for a spicy kick)

Instructions:

  1. Mix mayonnaise, fish sauce, and lime juice until smooth.
  2. Sprinkle with chili flakes or black pepper to taste.
  3. Serve as a dip for fried foods or spread on sandwiches.

5. Spicy Fish Sauce Lime Dressing

A zesty alternative to heavy creamy dressings, perfect for salads or fresh fruit.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp Squid Brand Green Label Fish Sauce
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1-2 sliced Thai chilies

Instructions:

  1. Mix fish sauce, lime juice, and honey until well combined.
  2. Add minced garlic and sliced chilies, then stir well.
  3. Drizzle over fresh salads or use as a fruit dressing.

Fish sauce is a versatile ingredient that can be used beyond traditional stir-fries and soups. Whether you’re making a rich caramelized glaze for meats, marinating eggs, infusing butter with umami, creating a unique dipping sauce, or making a bold salad dressing—Squid Brand Fish Sauce offers endless possibilities. Try these creative ideas and elevate your cooking with new, exciting flavors!