Fish Sauce Selected For Flavor Pairing Ideas - Mike's Food Blog Tools

Food Property	Type	Description
Flavor Profile	Salty	Fish sauce has a salty taste due to the high salt content used in the fermentation process.
	Umami	Fish sauce contains glutamic acid, which gives it a savory umami flavor.
Aroma	Fermentation	Fish sauce develops its characteristic aroma through the fermentation of fish and salt.
Chemical Composition	Acidity/Alkalinity (pH)	Fish sauce is typically acidic due to the fermentation process.
Color	Natural Pigments	Fish sauce can range in color from light amber to dark brown, depending on the type of fish used and the fermentation process.
Nutritional Value	Macronutrients	Fish sauce is low in calories and carbohydrates but high in sodium.
	Micronutrients	Fish sauce is a source of minerals such as calcium and iron.
Cooking Behavior	Heat Conductivity	Fish sauce can add depth of flavor when used in cooking dishes that require heat.
	Water Retention	Fish sauce can help to retain moisture in dishes when used as a cooking ingredient.

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