JesseEatzA bright, spicy, and funky dipping sauce that is the backbone of Vietnamese cuisine.
Finely mince the garlic and chop the Thai chilies (keep the seeds for extra heat).
In a small bowl, whisk together the warm water and sugar until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Stir in the fish sauce and lime juice.
Add the minced garlic and chilies. Let sit for at least 10 minutes for the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust; it should be a perfect balance of salty, sweet, sour, and spicy.
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