Amok

A must try so you can say that you know Cambodian cuisine; fresh fish fillets sliced and marinated in Kroeung, sweet chili powder and coconut cream. Memory Lane Every time I make Amok, I am taken back to happy childhood days. I can vividly see the smiling faces of ladies, laughing, telling jokes, and teasingContinue reading “Amok”

Prahok Ktis

One vegetable that inspires me to prepare Prahok Ktis is fresh off the vine long beans. It just happens that when long beans are in season other vegetables are also perfect for Prahok Ktis, for example cucumbers, eggplant and cabbage. Although, for a quick meal I would settle for just cucumbers. Living in America IContinue reading “Prahok Ktis”

Braised Pork Belly (Kaw Sach Chrouk)

An authentic and unforgettable, sweet and savory dish. Pork belly braised in a dark thin flavorful broth intensified with caramelized Thnot sugar, star anise, garlic and Kampot pepper alongside hard boiled eggs, roasted tofu and tender bamboo shoots. This is the dish that Khmer moms reward their children for a job well done.