Patis is the Filipino term for fish sauce, a salty, savoury liquid used as both a cooking ingredient and a table condiment across Filipino cuisine. It is closely related to the fish sauces used elsewhere in Southeast Asia, though Filipino cooking uses it slightly differently, often as a finishing seasoning rather than only a cooking ingredient.
How to use it
FAQ
Is patis the same as other Southeast Asian fish sauces?
It is closely related, and can generally be used interchangeably, though Filipino cooks often reach for it as a finishing seasoning as much as a cooking ingredient.
Can I use patis instead of salt?
Yes, it is commonly used exactly that way in Filipino cooking, added a little at a time to taste.
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- Fish sauce. The savoury base used across Southeast Asian and Filipino cooking.
