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Lê Gia

Est. 2015
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Lê Gia is a Vietnamese producer of traditional fermented condiments based in the coastal district of Hoằng Hóa in Thanh Hóa Province. The brand was founded in 2015 by Lê Ngọc Anh with the aim of preserving the heritage of Khúc Phụ village which has been associated with fish sauce production for more than two centuries. Its core product is fish sauce made from fresh anchovies and pure sea salt without added water, flavor enhancers or preservatives. The fish are salted immediately after being caught to preserve their natural quality. The mixture is then matured in large traditional wooden barrels for 18 to 24 months. After fermentation the first-press sauce is extracted and develops a clear amber color, a pronounced umami character and a mildly sweet finish. The producer also blends liquid from several barrels to achieve a consistent flavor in the finished product. In addition to fish sauce the range includes fermented krill paste, shrimp sauce, fermented fish products and other condiments characteristic of Vietnamese cuisine. The company works with local fishermen and salt producers which helps preserve the traditional livelihoods of the coastal community. Since 2024 the Lê Gia production complex has also been recognized as a tourist destination where visitors can learn about the history and production of traditional fermented sauces.

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