Recipes for Fish Sauce Commercially Bottled Unopened or Opened

Safe ways to use fish sauce commercially bottled unopened or opened past its expiration date

Fish Sauce Stir-fried Vegetables

Fish Sauce Stir-fried Vegetables

A delicious stir-fry recipe that uses expired fish sauce to add umami flavor to fresh vegetables.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce (expired but still safe)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the expired fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper.
  5. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes until well-coated and heated through.
  6. Serve the stir-fried vegetables over cooked rice.
  7. Enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Fish Sauce Glazed Salmon

Fish Sauce Glazed Salmon

A mouthwatering glazed salmon recipe that uses slightly expired fish sauce for a burst of umami flavor.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1/4 cup fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper.
  3. Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish and pour the fish sauce mixture over them, making sure they are evenly coated.
  4. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and glazed.
  5. Remove the salmon from the oven and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
  6. Serve the fish sauce glazed salmon hot with steamed rice or a side of roasted vegetables.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Thai Fish Sauce Marinade

Thai Fish Sauce Marinade

A flavorful marinade that uses expired fish sauce to enhance the taste of grilled or roasted meats.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup expired fish sauce (still safe)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 4 chicken breasts, pork chops, or salmon fillets

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the expired fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, chili flakes, and cilantro.
  2. Place the chicken breasts, pork chops, or salmon fillets in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
  3. Pour the marinade over the meat and ensure it is evenly coated.
  4. Cover the bag or dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight.
  5. Preheat your grill or oven to the desired temperature.
  6. Remove the meat from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
  7. Grill or roast the meat until cooked through, following safe cooking temperatures for the specific meat chosen.
  8. Serve the grilled or roasted meat with your favorite sides.
  9. Enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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