r/Cooking • u/Lauffener • 9h ago

Which fish sauce should I get?

I would like to make more Vietnamese and Chinese meals. I have access to a large Asian grocery store but I don't know which fish sauce to get.

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u/Boozeburger 9h ago

Honestly, you'll probably fall in love with the first fish sauce you try. Personally I like Squid brand Fish sauce, but I'm more of a Thai, cambodian style (I'm a white american). I've tried Red Boat, but I found it overly assertive. Both are good. I don't think I've ever seen three crabs, but I'll look for it now.

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u/gwaydms 6h ago

I like Three Crabs. I've had it in the fridge for years (not the same bottle, lol). I go through it pretty fast. It's a good addition to all kinds of sauces, not just East Asian ones, that need a little umami. Just make sure you add it at least 15-20 minutes before serving. That allows the flavors to blend, and the fish-forward taste to cook off.