In cooking, to add a salty taste to dishes, people often use salt or fish sauce. The correct use of these ingredients can transform an ordinary meal into a unique and delightful experience. However, not everyone knows how to use them correctly. In this article, we will provide simple instructions on how to use salt and fish sauce to enhance the flavor of your dishes.

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1. Salt

• Use salt to marinate meats and fish before cooking, as well as to season dishes during the cooking process.
• When preparing certain ingredients, salt can be used to remove excess moisture. For example, when boiling vegetables, meat, or fish, adding salt from the beginning helps preserve their natural flavors and sweetness.

2. Fish Sauce

• Fish sauce is not used for marinating, but it is added to the dish before turning off the stove to preserve its flavor and nutrients.
• When making soup, add fish sauce at the end of the cooking process and serve immediately.
• For braised meat, ensure that it is almost tender with other spices before adding fish sauce. Braise it for a short time to prevent the meat from becoming tough and to enhance its taste.

Additionally, you can use fish sauce and salt to create various types of dipping sauces or seasoning salts that complement different dishes and suit your family’s taste.

Experiment with salt and fish sauce in different dishes to create new flavors and unique culinary experiences. If you have any other “secrets” for using fish sauce and salt properly, feel free to share them with Thai Long!