List of fish sauces and pastes
List of Fish Sauces and Pastes[edit | edit source]
This is a list of notable fish sauces and pastes used in various cuisines around the world.
Asian Fish Sauces[edit | edit source]
Fish sauce[edit | edit source]
Fish sauce is a popular condiment in many Asian cuisines. It is made from fermented fish and salt. Some well-known fish sauces include:
- Nam pla - A Thai fish sauce made from anchovies or other small fish.
- Nuoc mam - A Vietnamese fish sauce made from anchovies or other small fish.
- Patis - A Filipino fish sauce made from fermented fish or shrimp.
Shrimp paste[edit | edit source]
Shrimp paste is another common ingredient in Asian cooking. It is made from fermented ground shrimp. Some popular shrimp pastes include:
- Belacan - A Malaysian shrimp paste used in various dishes.
- Kapi - A Thai shrimp paste used in many Thai recipes.
- Bagoong - A Filipino shrimp paste used in traditional Filipino dishes.
European Fish Sauces[edit | edit source]
Garum[edit | edit source]
Garum is a traditional fish sauce used in ancient Roman cuisine. It is made from fermented fish guts and salt. Although not commonly used today, it is still produced in some regions.
Colatura di alici[edit | edit source]
Colatura di alici is an Italian fish sauce made from anchovies. It is often used as a seasoning in pasta dishes and seafood recipes.
Other Fish Sauces and Pastes[edit | edit source]
Worcestershire sauce[edit | edit source]
Worcestershire sauce is a popular condiment that includes fish sauce as one of its ingredients. It originated in England and is used in a variety of dishes worldwide.
Oyster sauce[edit | edit source]
Oyster sauce is a thick, dark sauce made from oysters. It is commonly used in Chinese and Southeast Asian cuisines as a flavor enhancer.
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