Easy Fish Sauce Recipe Homemade

Making your own fish sauce at home might sound fancy, but it’s actually super easy and totally worth it!

With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a rich, umami-packed sauce that adds depth to everything from stir-fries to marinades.

Whether you’re a fan of Southeast Asian cuisine or just want to level up your homemade dishes, this DIY fish sauce recipe will have you ditching the store-bought version in no time.

Let’s dive in and get saucy!

Ingredients:

1/4 cup or 63ml White Wine
3/4 cup or 187ml Heavy Cream
Zest of Half a Lemon
1 tbsp or 15ml Lemon Juice
2 tbsp Parsley
Pinch of Pepper
Pinch of Salt

Makes 1/2 cup or 125ml

Instructions:

• After frying or cooking your fish, remove it from the pan and drain any excess grease.
• Over medium heat, pour in the white wine and scrape the bottom of the pan to lift any browned bits (fond). Let it reduce to about 1 tablespoon of liquid.
• Stir in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well and bring to a gentle boil.
• Let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
• Add a pinch of salt and pepper if needed.
• Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped parsley for a fresh, vibrant flavor.
• Pour the sauce over your fish and serve immediately.

This sauce is creamy, tangy, and absolutely delicious—perfect for elevating any seafood dish!