Embarking on a culinary journey to discover Vietnamese spring roll sauces, with their diverse flavors, is an experience you simply cannot miss out on when visiting Vietnam. With this guide, you can try your hand at crafting these delectable dipping sauces and treat your friends to the finest Vietnamese spring roll with sauces.

When planning for your Vietnam travel, a culinary delight not to be overlooked is Vietnamese spring roll sauces. These delectable condiments, integral to the art of Vietnamese spring rolls, offer a diverse range of flavors and textures. In this guide, we will explore how to make Vietnamese sauce for spring rolls, enhancing your dining experience with the authentic taste of Vietnam's beloved cuisine.

1. Sweet and sour Vietnamese spring roll sauce

Sweet and sour fish sauce with garlic and chili is considered a “national” dipping sauce because it is not only easy to prepare but also pairs well with various Vietnamese foods. This fish sauce has a balanced sweetness and mild acidity, with garlic and chili floating on the surface.

1.1. Ingredients

Sweet and sour fish sauce with garlic and chili is made from the following main ingredients:

4 tablespoons of good-quality fish sauce
4 tablespoons of sugar
6 tablespoons of water
1/2 fresh lime
4-5 cloves of garlic
2 fresh chili peppers

1.2. Instructions

The process of making this Vietnamese spring roll dipping sauce is incredibly simple and takes only about 10 minutes.

Step 1: Combine fish sauce and sugar in a large bowl and stir until the sugar dissolves. You can also heat the fish sauce and sugar together to enhance the flavor.
Step 2: Squeeze the juice from the lime and add it to the sauce mixture.
Step 3: Finely chop the garlic and chili peppers and add them to the sauce. The garlic should be minced finely and without excess water to prevent it from floating on the surface.

2. How to make Vietnamese spring roll peanut sauce?

Vietnamese spring roll with peanut sauce is a creative dish that has gained popularity among young people due to its creamy, rich, and aromatic sauce. It not only complements Vietnamese rice paper rolls but also goes well with dishes like grilled pork skewers.

2.1. Ingredients

The recipe for Vietnamese spring roll sauce with peanut butter includes these simple ingredients:

50 milliliters of soy sauce
50 grams of peanut butter
1/2 tablespoon of finely chopped chili
50 grams of roasted crushed peanuts

2.2. Instructions

How to make Vietnamese spring roll dipping sauce from peanuts? It is really quick and easy, taking only 5-7 minutes.

Step 1: Combine soy sauce and peanut butter in a saucepan. Heat them over medium heat until the two ingredients blend together.
Step 2: If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little water. Bring it to a boil for a few minutes and turn off the heat.
Step 3: Add finely chopped chili and crushed peanuts on top of the sauce.

3. Vietnamese spring roll sauce made from fermented anchovy

Mam nem (fermented anchovy sauce) is a special condiment from the Central region of Vietnam, known for its distinctive fermented fish flavor, strong aroma, and saltiness. Combining mam nem with a hint of sourness from pineapple makes it suitable for meat-filled spring rolls such as boiled pork spring rolls or roasted pork spring rolls.

3.1. Ingredients

The ingredients for this Vietnamese spring roll sauce are:

100 grams of fermented anchovy sauce
1.5 tablespoons of white sugar
1 tablespoon of finely chopped pineapple
40 milliliters of pineapple juice
1/2 tablespoon of minced garlic
1/2 tablespoon of minced lemongrass
1/2 tablespoon of minced chili

3.2. Instructions

Here is how to make this Vietnamese fresh spring roll dipping sauce:

Step 1: Before making the dipping sauce, strain the mam nem to remove any impurities. Then, combine the mam nem with sugar and 100 milliliters of boiling water. Stir until the mixture boils.
Step 2: Add minced garlic, minced lemongrass, pineapple juice, and finely chopped pineapple to the boiling mam nem mixture. Stir until all the ingredients dissolve and blend together.
Step 3: Once the sauce thickens, season it to taste. Finally, add crispy fried shallots, minced garlic, and minced chili on top to enhance the flavor and presentation.

4. Vietnamese spring roll sauce made from tamarind

If you prefer a tangy flavor, Vietnamese spring roll dipping sauce made from tamarind is the perfect choice for your appetizing spring rolls. This dipping sauce has an aromatic taste with hints of garlic and fried shallots. It is an intriguing dipping sauce that pairs well with various types of spring rolls.

4.1. Ingredients

The ingredients you will need are:
2 tablespoons of fish sauce
50 grams of ripe tamarind
2 tablespoons of sugar
1/2 teaspoon of minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon of minced shallots
2 fresh chili peppers
1/2 teaspoon of roasted sesame seeds.

4.2. Instructions

This Vietnamese spring roll dipping sauce recipe is simple:

Step 1: Soak the ripe tamarind in boiling water for about 5 minutes to soften it. Then, mash and strain it to obtain tamarind juice.
Step 2: Heat the tamarind juice in a pan and add 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of minced garlic. Simmer the mixture until it thickens.
Step 3: In a separate pan, fry minced shallots until crispy.
Step 4: Once the tamarind sauce has thickened, adjust the flavor to your liking. Then, garnish it with fried shallots, minced garlic, and finely chopped chili peppers. Sprinkle roasted sesame seeds on top for an attractive appearance.

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5. Vietnamese spring roll dipping sauce hoisin

While not as common as the sweet and tangy fish sauce or tamarind fish sauce, Vietnamese spring roll sauce hoisin offers a uniquely delightful taste that will impress anyone who tries it. This black bean dipping sauce has a harmonious blend of savory and sweet flavors, enhanced by the richness of peanuts.

5.1. Ingredients

The ingredients you will need are:

300 grams of black bean sauce
1/2 tablespoon of peanut butter
1 tablespoon of minced garlic
2 tablespoons of minced purple onion
1/2 tablespoon of minced chili
2 tablespoons of sugar
1/2 teaspoon of minced ginger
1/2 teaspoon of minced chili
2 tablespoons of crushed peanuts
1 tablespoon of cooking oil

5.2. Instructions

The process of how to make Vietnamese sauce for spring rolls is a bit more complex but highly rewarding:

Step 1: Blend the black bean sauce with 50 milliliters of water until smooth.
Step 2: Heat the cooking oil in a pan and sauté minced garlic and minced purple onion until fragrant. Then, add the blended black bean sauce and 2 tablespoons of peanut butter. Stir well to combine the ingredients.
Step 3: Add vinegar, sugar, and chili, then simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens. When serving, garnish with crushed peanuts and minced chili on top.

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Vietnamese spring roll sauces are not merely condiments; they are an integral part of Vietnamese cuisine, adding depth and flavor to every bite of the beloved Vietnamese spring rolls. Their tantalizing tastes offer a journey through Vietnam's culinary heritage. So, whether you are savoring these sauces in Vietnam or recreating them at home, the harmonious blend of flavors will undoubtedly leave an indelible impression on your palate and a deeper appreciation for the culinary wonders of Vietnam.

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