A Taste of Cambodia: My Favorite Khmer Dishes

A Taste of Cambodia: My Favorite Khmer Dishes

A Taste of Cambodia: My Favorite Khmer Dishes Cambodian cuisine is often the "hidden gem" of Southeast Asia. While it shares similarities with Thai and Vietnamese food, Khmer cuisine is unique for its use of freshwater fish and its incredible variety of fresh herbs and vegetables. Here is a gallery of the dishes you simply must try. The Essential Menu Nom Banh Chok (Khmer Noodles) The Breakfast of Champions. You will see locals eating this everywhere in the morning. It consists of fresh rice noodles topped with a yellow-green fish curry gravy made from lemongrass, turmeric, and kaffir lime. It is always served with a mountain of fresh vegetables like banana blossom, cucumber, and water lily stems. Prahok Ktis (Creamy Pork Dip) If you are afraid to try fermented fish ( Prahok ), start here! This is a rich, savory dip made by simmering prahok with minced pork, coconut milk, and pea eggplants. The coconut milk mellows out the strong fish flavor, creating a creamy, spicy dip that pairs …