Fish sauce is like the salt of Southeast Asian food, used to bring out the flavors in food with its unique umami kick.

While it might smell strong straight from the bottle, it transforms dishes with just a few drops, adding a depth of flavor that's hard to replicate with any other ingredient.

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Flour is a powdery substance made by grinding grains, seeds, or roots. It's a staple in baking and cooking, acting as a binding agent and providing structure and texture to dishes.

In taste, flour itself is bland, but it enhances the flavors of other ingredients in recipes.

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