No pure MSG? If you have powder bouillon at home, that will work too. MSG works well in pretty much any savory or salty recipe, including stir fries, soups, and noodle dishes. That is, if the recipe calls for a teaspoon of fish sauce, you’ll only need ¼ of a teaspoon, basically a sprinkle, of MSG. Sold in powder form, MSG can be substituted in a 1:4 ratio to fish sauce. Vegetarians can substitute MSG for fish sauce for a similar hit of umami and saltiness. And adding a dash to soups that start with boxed broth, such as this Pho-Inspired Vegetable Noodle Soup or instant pot pho, makes the meal extra dynamic. The same can be done in marinades or homemade barbecue sauce.
Subbing fish sauce for salt in homemade vinaigrettes used on salads or veggies adds an extra layer of complex flavor. Try adding a splash to braising liquids for fish, Spicy Linguine With Clams, or a Spicy Sambal Shrimp Stir-Fry. I’ve also added it to sweet treats, a little savoriness to counterbalance sugar.” Try adding a dash to homemade caramels, and see what you think.įish sauce is a nice addition to recipes that already use seafood, boosting their umami flavor, while also adding a kick of fermented funk. “It brings an umami and slight saltiness that cannot be beat. “I always add fish sauce into pasta sauces and stews,” says Pham. “Being Vietnamese, it was always on our table growing up, and used in the majority of our meals.”įish sauce can be used in a wide variety of recipes and a range of cuisines. “I genuinely put fish sauce in everything, from dipping sauces to marinades,” says Pham.
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