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Best Substitutes for Fish Sauce (detailed) — What to Use Instead

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Soy Sauce + Lime Juice: 1 tbsp soy + squeeze of lime per 1 tbsp fish sauce — Most accessible substitute. Misses funk but adds umami.

Coconut Aminos + Lime: 1:1 + lime — Soy-free option. Slightly sweeter.

Overview

Top substitute for fish sauce (detailed): Soy Sauce + Lime Juice (1 tbsp soy + squeeze of lime per 1 tbsp fish sauce). Most accessible substitute. Misses funk but adds umami. Plus 3 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Soy Sauce + Lime Juice: 1 tbsp soy + squeeze of lime per 1 tbsp fish sauce — Most accessible substitute. Misses funk but adds umami.
  • Coconut Aminos + Lime: 1:1 + lime — Soy-free option. Slightly sweeter.
  • Seaweed + Soy Sauce: Steep nori in soy sauce 10 min — Adds oceanic umami. Best vegan fish sauce hack.
  • Mushroom Sauce: 1:1 — Available at Asian groceries. Good umami base.

Why This Matters

  • Fish Sauce (detailed) may need substituting due to dietary restrictions
  • Running out of an ingredient mid-recipe is common
  • Allergies or preferences may require alternatives

How To

  1. 1Best overall substitute: Soy Sauce + Lime Juice at 1 tbsp soy + squeeze of lime per 1 tbsp fish sauce
  2. 2Consider what role the ingredient plays in the recipe
  3. 3Test substitutes in small batches first
  4. 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results

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Frequently Asked Questions

The best substitute is Soy Sauce + Lime Juice at 1 tbsp soy + squeeze of lime per 1 tbsp fish sauce. Most accessible substitute. Misses funk but adds umami.