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Lime cranberry relish

Cranberry–Lime Nước Chấm Relish

A bright, tart cranberry–lime nuoc cham relish that brings sweet heat and citrus pop to grilled meats, rice bowls, and holiday spreads.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American, Vietnamese
Servings 1 cup

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Microplane or grater
  • Cutting board & knife

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 Thai chili minced
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Combine chopped cranberries, lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, garlic, chili, water, and cilantro in a bowl.
  • Stir until sugar dissolves.
  • Taste and adjust lime or sugar for balance.
  • Refrigerate 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Relish thickens as it sits.
  • Add a splash of water to loosen.
  • Works well with grilled chicken, pork, or rice bowls.
Keyword cranberry lime relish, holiday condiment, nuoc cham relish, Vietnamese dipping sauce twist