It’s a Vietnamese pantry staple.
Im sure that corn awakened my tastebuds and set me on my current career path in the food world.
I realize now that its all about a balance of flavors.
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Corns sweetness harmonizes perfectly with the savory notes of fish sauce.
It’s super easy to recreate at home.
Use a pastry brush to coat the corn generously with a layer of fish sauce.
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Then rub softened unsalted butter or oil over the seasoned corn.
Brush the fish sauce over the corn a second time, then grill it as you normally would.
Alternatively, pan-fry or sear the seasoned and buttered corn in a skillet until golden brown on all sides.
This trick also works if you prefer to microwave or steam the corn.
Boiling the corn will wash the seasoning right off.
Each bite of juicy corn has an umami punch and a subtle sweetness that only fish sauce can impart.
