Dish #2 Versatile Vietnamese dressing
Chili charm multi-purpose dressing & dip.
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The market
The culinary landscape is evolving. Gone are the days when Thai or Japanese cuisine were the primary references for Asian flavors. Today, global cuisine has become much more specific, with consumers exploring and appreciating the unique dishes from individual countries previously less known such as Vietnam or Laos.
This shift is driven by a desire for authenticity and a deeper connection to the origins of their food. Consumers are seeking out local flavors in their daily shopping, drawing inspiration from influencers, home-delivered meal kits, and their own travel experiences. They crave dishes that offer a genuine taste of the culture that they represent.
Our chef’s response
In line with this culinary exploration trend, our chefs have developed an authentic Vietnamese multi-purpose dressing. This chili, sweet & salty dressing is not only label-friendly but also versatile. It serves as a dip for spring or summer rolls or as a dressing to give an exotic twist to a summer salad.
Naturally, Vietnamese dressings are very runny, which can create a bit of a mess and impact convenience. That’s why we've added UniPECTINE® pectin to create a more homogenous dressing that retains its authentic taste, remains transparent, and keeps the solids nicely suspended for attractive on-shelf visual appeal.
Product spotlight
UniPECTINE® OF 405C SB provides excellent texture:
- Ensures solids (red chilis and garlic) remain in suspension.
- Delivers a label-friendly ingredient list.
- Ensures a nice transparency.
- Good adherence for use as a dip.
Thoughts from the creator
“By adding UniPECTINE® pectin, we were able to find the optimal sweet spot between stabilization, emulsion, mouthfeel, while still maintaining the transparency of the dressing. On top of that these products deliver a label-friendly ingredient list.”