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Cambodian New Year Celebration

Sursdey Chnam Thmey! (Happy New Year!) Angkor Chef is busy preparing treats for the Cambodian New Year celebration, which includes Chef’s happy childhood memories of melt in your mouth Nom Teung, crunchy Nom Chungkus (Chopstick Cookies) and crispy Nom Pkah Chan (Lotus Blossom Cookies). “I am proud to be able to carry-on this tradition byContinue reading “Cambodian New Year Celebration”

Fermented Mustard Greens

Our Fermented Mustard Greens feature naturally fermented mustard greens, prepared using our cherished family recipe. Sautéed with Fresno chili and your choice of chicken, pork belly, beef, or tofu. This dish balances sour, savory, and sweet with mildly spicy flavors—a bold yet comforting taste of tradition. Our Fermented Mustard Greens Stir-Fry begins with mustard greensContinue reading “Fermented Mustard Greens”

Beef Skewers

Grilled Cambodian beef skewers pair slices of certified Angus beef with lemongrass and a fragrant Cambodian seven-spice blend expertly grilled to perfection. Come try this dish at Angkor Chef, the Cambodian restaurant nestled in the heart of downtown San Jose! If you are not local to Silicon Valley, you can follow the recipe to makeContinue reading “Beef Skewers”

Lotus Flower Cookie

The Khmer Lotus Flower Cookie (Nom Pkah Chan) is a traditional Cambodian treat that is as beautiful as it is delicious. These delicate cookies are shaped like a blooming lotus flower, symbolizing purity, prosperity, and Cambodian heritage. Made from a lightly sweetened batter of flour, coconut milk, eggs, and sugar, the cookies are fried toContinue reading “Lotus Flower Cookie”

Pineapple Curry Noodle Soup

Healthy and creamy with natural sweet and sour from pineapple, it’s no wonder that Pineapple Curry is a comfort food. This soup is repared with all natural ingredients and no added sugar. Despite its beautiful deep red color, this popular Cambodian curry is not spicy! Come try this dish at Angkor Chef, the Cambodian restaurantContinue reading “Pineapple Curry Noodle Soup”

Chrouk Metae Returns for the Holidays

Customers have been asking, so we’re bringing back Chrouk Metae for the holiday season! The Angkor family recipe for Cambodian Chrouk Metae, or chili paste, balances spiciness with the rich flavor of red chili, making it a perfect accompaniment to traditional Cambodian food or fusion dishes. The Angkor Chrouk Metae boasts the full-bodied umami flavorContinue reading “Chrouk Metae Returns for the Holidays”