12 Fascinating Cambodian Dishes You Want To Feast On

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Exploring Cambodian cuisine and its local flavors is a journey full of surprises. 

While the country is tucked between Vietnam and Thailand, Khmer cuisine is distinctive with its own unique characteristics, flavors, and tastes.

When we visited Cambodia to explore the local food specialties, we mistakenly thought the cuisine would be similar to its neighboring countries.

Instead, we were surprised by unique dishes like amok, prahok, red tree ants, grilled frogs, and more.

If your travels take you to the Kingdom of Cambodia, get to know the traditional Cambodian food.

Use our detailed food guide featuring the top 12 Cambodian dishes to delight in.

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What is Traditional Cambodian Food?

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Tasty traditional Cambodian salad

Traditional Cambodian food has a long history, starting with India in the 15th century and later followed by China. 

Through trade and by sharing the same climate, Cambodian cooking also shares similarities with Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam

What most defines traditional Cambodian cuisine is fresh water fish. Locals in Cambodia eat fish as part of their daily diet, and it is an essential ingredient in the cuisine.

Fish is dried, smoked, fermented, salted, served fresh, or made into fish sauce  One of the most important ingredients is a fermented fish paste called prahok.

After fish, rice is another important ingredient in Cambodian cooking. It is served alongside beef, fish, pork, and chicken and is a starring accompaniment to Amok, one of Cambodia’s  national dishes.

AUTHENTIC FOOD QUEST TIP:  If your travels take you to Cambodia and you want to learn to make traditional Cambodian food, consider taking a cooking class. In Phnom Penh, we explored Khmer dishes in fun cooking classes. Here are the Top 3 Cooking Classes in Phnom Penh For Authentic Khmer Cuisine

Top Cambodian Dishes Not To Miss

1. Kuy Teav: The Most Popular Cambodian Breakfast

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Delicious Kuyteav for breakfast

When it comes to local breakfast specialties, there is one dish that rises above the rest. 

In Phnom Penh, Kuy Teav is the capital’s undisputed pride. 

This extremely popular breakfast is a rich broth made from pork bones, dried squid, and a generous amount of condiments and garnish.

Kuy Teav Phnom Penh, as the local version is called, takes the dish to the next level by adding giant prawns from the Mekong River and beef offal.

While this traditional Khmer dish may be an unusual dish for breakfast, we were amazed by the depth of flavors.

We found the broth simple and flavorful and enjoyed the combination with vermicelli noodles with carrots, greens, and turnips.

This typical breakfast food in Cambodia is to be savored on your travels to Phnom Penh.

Where to Eat Kuy Teav

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Look for the lady in red cooking at her stall

This outdoor food stall is at a really local market with friendly vendors. You will not see any tourists and you will get a glimpse into the daily life of locals in Siem Reap.

Outdoor Food Stall at Steel Bridge Market

Find the stall on the left-hand side of the market when you are facing it. If you see the lady from the picture, you’re in good hands!

Address: Steel Bridge Market, Siem Reap

Hours: Open daily, 7:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Price: Approximately 3000 Riel per dish (about $0.75 USD)

RELATED: Top 10 Popular Cambodian Street Food You Want to Try

2. Bobor Rice Porridge: Typical Khmer Food 

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Bobor rice porridge Khmer food

Bobor is a rice porridge, typically served with ginger and fish or poultry. It is a popular dish for breakfast and evenings amongst local workers. 

This rice dish is a watery and flavorful soup with either chicken or fish, congealed blood, and offal. Sitting on top of the porridge is ginger, coriander, and crunchy fried onions.

Even though Borbor rice porridge continues to be a popular traditional Cambodian dish, it comes from a history of lack.

During the Khmer Rouge period, between 1975 to 1979, food was scarce and starvation was rampant.  

With the small rations of rice people had, they watered it down to a soup to make it last.

It is this simplicity that’s made Bobor so popular. While trying the local specialties, we tried the rice porridge with both chicken and fish.

We ultimately preferred the fish version, which we found quite flavorful, easy to eat, and surprisingly light. 

In addition to its delicious taste, it is also one of the cheapest meals you’ll find. Be sure to enjoy this classic Khmer food on your travels to the Kingdom.

Where to Eat Bobor

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Look for G-123 stall for the best Bobor!

The Central Market is one of the best places we recommend for trying Bobor. This local market is one of the one of the landmarks of Phnom Penh. The Khmer name for the market is Phsar Thmei or New Market. The unique Art Deco building was designed by French architects in 1937.  Spend time exploring the market after sampling the porridge.

Central Market at Food Stall G-123 

Address: Central Market, Phnom Penh

Hours: Open daily, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Price: Approximately $1.50 USD or 6000 Riel per dish.

RELATED: 7 Surprising Phnom Penh Markets That Will Shake up Your Senses

3. Amok: The Emblem of Cambodian Cuisine

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Fish Amok in banana leaf with rice

When visiting the Kingdom of Cambodia, Amok, widely considered the national dish is not to be missed.

While you’ll find a variety of Amok versions, the most authentic and local is Fish Amok.

Learning how to make fish amok the traditional way in a cooking class was an unforgettable experience.  

Using a mortar and pestle and cooking the banana leaves was a more involved experience than we thought.

Fish amok is a sublime combination of fresh river fish, typically snakehead, and coconut cream, steamed in banana leaves. 

Served with a side of rice, fish amok is absolutely delicious, moist, and elegant. The unique ingredient in this dish is Kroeung, a Cambodian curry paste, which gives it a distinct flavor.

In Cambodia, you’ll find amok available at several restaurants. To make sure you are getting the local and traditional versions, here are a couple of helpful tips. 

The traditional dish is fish amok, if you are offered “chicken”, “beef,” or “vegetarian” options, the restaurant is appealing to tourists. 

Amok is always steamed. If it is prepared in any other way, it is not following the traditional recipe. 

Finally, make sure the fish is a local river fish, like snakehead, which is commonly used for this dish. Stay away from Amok made with other types of fish. 

Where to Eat Amok

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Outdoor seating at Khmer Women’s Restaurant

We had this Khmer dish several times in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. We highlight below Khmer Women’s Restaurant in Phnom Penh as one of the best places to enjoy Cambodian cuisine. 

We liked this restaurant not only for the delicious food but also because it empowers women with jobs and skills, helping them move forward from the horrors of the country’s past.

Khmer Women’s Restaurant

Address: One block East from the corner of St 308 and St 29 in Phnom Penh

Hours: Open daily, 7:00 am to 10:00 pm

Price: Approximately $4 per dish

AUTHENTIC FOOD QUEST RECIPE: If you are curious about fish amok, you can make it at home and taste this celebrated dish. See our Easy Cambodian Fish Amok Recipe

4. Bai Sai Chrouk or Bai Sach Chrouk: Another Popular Everyday Breakfast Food

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Simple and tasty

Bai Sai Chrouk is another popular Cambodian breakfast dish.

It consists of pork slices marinated in coconut milk or garlic, slowly grilled over charcoal

This popular breakfast dish is typically served with rice, pickles, and sometimes, a fried egg. 

Fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots are added on top.

The name of the dish literally means rice and pork. We savored Bai Sai Chrouk and especially the way the pork was prepared.

The pork was quite tender, and the skin was caramelized to perfection in a tasty marinade,

We enjoyed a nice balance of sweet and savory flavors. And with a side of fresh vegetables, its an unmissable easy to eat in Cambodia dish.

Where to Eat Bai Sach Chrouk

The best place we had Bai Sai Chrouk in  Phnom Penh was at the Khmer Women’s Restaurant

This simple restaurant is quite quaint and with outdoor seating. You’ll see ladies cooking and grilling over charcoal, and you can easily peek at what’s cooking.

The restaurant serves different kinds of Khmer food, including the celebrated Amok dish. This is a  highly recommended stop in Phnom Penh.

Khmer Women’s Restaurant

Address: One block East from the corner of St 308 and St 29 in Phnom Penh

Hours: Open daily, 7:00 am -10:00 pm

Prices: Approximately $1.50 per dish.

AUTHENTIC FOOD QUEST TIP: To experience Cambodian cuisine made with local ingredients and French cooking techniques, we recommend eating at Cuisine Wat Damnak. The flagship restaurant is in Siem Reap and there is a newer location in Phnom Penh. Award winning Chef Joannès Rivière is noted for his use of locally sourced Cambodian ingredients and presenting them in creative ways. Read our review of our dining experience at Cuisine Wat Damnak in Siem Reap.

5. Beef Lok Lak: Crowd Pleasing Cambodian Food

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Beef Lok Lak, a simple and delicious Khmer food

Beef Lok Lak is a very popular dish in Cambodia, especially amongst tourists, as it involves “safer” and popular ingredients like beef. 

It is a Vietnamese-inspired dish where the beef is cut into cubes before being sauteed. 

Typically, it is served on a bed of lettuce, red and green onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes. 

Beef Lok Lak comes with a light sauce made with lime juice, salt, and black Kampot pepper.

You might also have it with a fried egg on the side, and it typically comes with rice, a staple in Cambodia.

On some menus, you’ll see a version that comes with french fries. This is the “westernized version,” and you’ll want to stay away from this “not so local” option.

Where to Eat Beef Lok Lak

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Streetside seating at Heng Heng Restaurant

As Beef Lok Lak is popular amongst visitors, you’ll find it on most restaurant menus, especially in Phnom Penh.

Our favorite spot for this traditional Cambodian dish was a local restaurant in Siem Reap. Known for their outstanding local Khmer dishes, you’ll find Beef Lok Lak on the English menu.

Heng Heng Restaurant 

Address: Street 17 & River Road – a few stalls before River Road, Sangkat Slorgram, Siem Reap

Hours: Open daily, 10:00 am to 9:00 pm

Price: Approximately $3 per dish.

6. Prahok: A Traditional Ingredient in Khmer Food

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Prahok , the taste of Cambodia

Prahok is a traditional ingredient that is loved by Cambodians yet loathed by most foreigners.

Prahok is a concoction of crushed and salted fish that gives off a pungent smell. It is used as a condiment or seasoning in nearly every Cambodian food.

Prahok is one of the main sources of protein in Khmer food. In the countryside, simple meals of prahok and rice are common.

While visiting the local markets in Cambodia, we run into vendors with different kinds of prahok sitting in buckets. It is gray in color and visually unattractive.

Prahok is left to ferment in the open until it matures. As a result, the stench of prahok at the markets was quite overpowering. 

As culinary explorers on the hunt for local and authentic foods, we had to find a way to taste prahok, a rare find on restaurant menus.

Where to Eat Prahok

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Prahok dip served with rice crackers and veggies

Marum restaurant where we tried prahok in Siem Reap is unfortunately closed. Chanrey Tree restaurant offers a similar dish and presentation style.

Prahok Ktish is an aromatic Cambodian dipping sauce, served at the restaurant with minced beef and thiny sliced river fish.

The sauce includes three main ingredient including prahok, kroeung curry paste and coconut milk. 

It is served alongside a variety of vegetables which can be dipped and eaten with the sauce.

Chanrey Tree Restaurant offers traditional Khmer cuisine served in a lush, courtyard and modern environment. 

On their menu, you can find a wide range of traditional Cambodian dishes including river fish, fish amok, beef lok lak, stuffed frogs and more.

Chanrey Tree Restaurant

Address: Pokambor Ave, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia

Hours: Open daily, 11:00 am – 2:30 pm; 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Prices: Approximately, $9:50 per dish

RELATED: Top 7 Cooking Classes in Siem Reap To Master Khmer Cuisine

7. Red Tree Ants: Khmer Food With A History

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Red Tree Ants and Beef Cambodian cuisine

Cambodian cuisine really surprised us. Of all the Asian countries we have visited on our quest, Cambodia is the only country where insects are prominent on the menu.

Insects became essential in the local Cambodian diet during the infamous Khmer Rouge years.

Looking for a cheap source of protein, insects were eaten, especially by Cambodian children who suffered from malnutrition.

For an introduction to insect dishes in Siem Reap, we tried a “safe” looking stir fry dish that combined insects with beef.

In this traditional Khmer dish, ants were stir-fried with lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and shallots, as well as thinly sliced beef. 

This simple dish was accompanied by a side of steamed rice. 

Surprisingly, we found the dish to be very flavorful. The ants did not have a particularly distinctive taste, but what was noteworthy was their crunchy texture.

Overall, the meal was tasty and an “easy” introduction to eating insects or becoming “entomophagians.”

Where to Eat Red Tree Ants

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Lovely interior – Photo credit: Changkran Khmer Restaurant on Facebook

While Marum Restaurant where we first tried red ants is now closed, we recommend instead Changkran Khmer Restaurant in Siem Reap.

Focusing on traditional Khmer cuisine you’ll taste a wide range of dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. 

There are two red ant dishes on the menu. One with stir fried beef and the other prepared with slow cooked duck. Don’t hesitate to try either one of these traditional Khmer foods.

Changkran Khmer Restaurant

Address: Mondol 3 Village, Sangkat Sla Kram, Siem Reap District, Siem Reap 

Hours: Open daily,  from 11:00 am to 10:30 pm

Prices: Between $9.00 and $11:00 dishes for red ant dishes per 

RELATED: 10 Surprising Facts You Need to Know About Food in Cambodia

8. Khmer Red Curry: Cambodian Style Curry

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Delicious Khmer red curry

We were immediately intrigued when we first saw Khmer Red Curry on the menu. Our big question was whether it would taste like the Thai curries we were familiar with.

Khmer red curry, we discovered, is not as spicy as curry dishes in Thailand. 

While they share a common similarity of using a rich coconut curry as a base, the Khmer curry does not have all the chilis.

You have a choice of either beef, chicken, or fish Khmer red curry. And, it includes eggplants, green beans, potatoes, fresh coconut milk, lemongrass, and kroeung.

We first savored this traditional Khmer dish Phnom Penh. Looking for an easy meal, we were delighted by this Khmer dish.

We found the soup to be incredibly flavorful, with a wonderful coconut milk base and aromatic lemongrass flavors.

The Khmer red curry was served with bread, which was unexpected. We later learned that this is a remnant of the French influence in Cambodia.

Don’t be intimidated by ordering a curry dish in Cambodia. This Khmer red curry is a delightfully rich but mellow dish.

Where to Eat Khmer Red Curry

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Quaint place – Photo credit: Street 63 on Facebook

Street 63 is a small restaurant attached to a hostel in the expat district of Phnom Penh. It might not be the most authentic and local place. However, it is quaint, and they serve Khmer food specialties on their menu.

Street 63 Restaurant

Address:  Street 63 between St 288 and St 294, Phnom Penh

Hours: Open daily, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Price: Approximately $3.50 USD per dish.

9. Samlar Korkor Cambodia: The National Dish of Cambodia

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Cambodia sour soup with chicken

While amok is the most popular Cambodian, especially among foreigners, among locals, the country’s national dish is Samlar Korkor.

There are several spellings for this dish like Samlor Korko or Samlar Kakou, and different interpretations of the recipe.

At the core Samlar Korkor, is a soup with fish and vegetables and thickened with toasted ground rice. 

Flavoring for the soup are the traditional Cambodian ingredients of prahok and kroeung curry paste.

Former Khmer Kings are said to have eaten this dish with a variety of ingredients, while the locals would eat the same meal with less fish and vegetables.

A familiar sight you’ll see in Cambodia is vendors standing over large pots, slowly stirring the soup.

Where to Eat Samlar Korkor

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Authentic place – Photo credit: Phanha Khmer on Facebook

It’s actually how we first discovered this soup when we saw a group of locals eating soup around a large pot over coals.

The ingredients often include fish or meat, fresh vegetables, including jackfruit or green papaya, and a variety of local fresh herbs.

The soup’s green color surprised us when we first had it, while hints of basil and other unfamiliar spices intrigued us.

We found some of the vegetables to be slightly bitter, and the broth had sour flavors. Our version was made with chicken, which was succulent and flavorful.

Try different styles of this Khmer traditional sour soup on your Cambodia travels. Choose different proteins and let the vegetables and flavors surprise you.

Phanha Khmer

Address:  Wat Bo Road between Street 17 and Men’s Road, Sla Kram Village, Siem Reap.

Hours: Open daily, 9:00 am to 10:00 pm

Price: Approximately $6 USD per dish.

10. Cambodian BBQ: Seafood Frog and Grilled Meats

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Delicious grilled squid

Walking around the streets of Cambodia, you’ll find food stalls and open-air vendors selling grilled meats.

The most popular grilled items are fresh fish and seafood, which are consumed more than beef in the country.

This high consumption is due to the large freshwater network, including the Mekong River and the Tonlé Sap Lake.

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Grilled frogs with chili

When it comes to grilled seafood, squid is a popular item on the menus. For fish, you can find whole grilled Tonlé Sap, the fish from the famous lake in Cambodia.

Grilled frog is another local delicacy. The texture of grilled frog is somewhat close to chicken and the taste is similar to that of a white fish. We were surprised with this dish which was delightful. 

You will certainly find chicken on the grill as well as beef skewers, though we really recommend trying the traditional Khmer grilled meats and seafood.

Where to Eat The Best Cambodian BBQ 

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Seafood BBQ busy with locals in Phnom Penh

BBQ joints are commonplace in Cambodia’s main cities. Some specialize in meat, while others are more seafood-oriented.

Here are two BBQ restaurants we recommend in Phnom Penh:

Seafood BBQ

Find the busiest seafood BBQ place along Street 450 adjacent to the market, this is it.

Address: Street 450 along the Russian Market, Phnom Penh

Hours: Open daily,  6:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Price: Approximately 10,000 Riel (About $2.00 USD) for grilled squid.

Sovanna II Restaurant

Address: Abdul Carime St. (21) between Street 294 and Street 274, Phnom Penh

Hours: Open daily, 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Price: Approximately 13,500 Riel (about $3.35 USD) for grilled frog

11. Chha Trob: Chargrilled Eggplant and Pork

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Char grilled eggplant, more savory than it looks

Cambodian cuisine abound with fresh vegetables, and eggplant is among the most popular. 

Chha Trob, as it is known in the Khmer language, is a unique chargrilled eggplant dish that has intense and surprising smoky flavors. 

The eggplant is cooked whole on the grill for a few minutes. When the flesh becomes tender, the grilled skin is removed.

The eggplant is then sliced in half, and each side is stuffed with stir-fry pork. Alongside is a side of steamed rice. 

We had this dish several times in Cambodia, and each time noticed subtleties in flavor. Depending on how it was prepared, the chargrilled smokey taste ranged in intensity.

What we liked most about the dish was how the eggplant acted like a sponge absorbing the rice and stir-fried pork flavors.

Chha Trob is a delicious dish and unmissable on your Cambodian culinary travels.

Where to Eat Chha Trob

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The interior of Phanha Khmer restaurant in Siem Reap

This chargrilled eggplant and pork is a popular dish you’ll see on many restaurant menus. In Siem Reap, we recommend to eat it at Phanha Khmer restaurant.

Phanha Khmer

Address:  Wat Bo Road between Street 17 and Men’s Road, Sla Kram Village, Siem Reap.

Hours: Open daily; 9:00 am to 10:00 pm

Price: Approximately $6 USD per dish

12. River Fish From The Mekong River

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Delightful river fish from the Mekong with shredded green mango

Freshwater fish from the Mekong River and Tonlé Sap Lake make up a large part of Cambodian cuisine.

In Phnom Penh, we stumbled onto a busy local restaurant, that was not too far from a local market we were planning on checking out. 

The restaurant was set up buffet style, where you simply walk up to the counter and see the food behind the glass.

Once you make your choice, you point to what you want, and the food stall vendors prepares a plate for you.

We ordered the river fish from the Mekong River, and it was served with a side of shredded green mangoes. 

The fish was fleshy, perfectly cooked, and surprisingly mild. The green mango added texture and a nice bite. 

With freshwater fish from the Mekong River being so popular, don’t miss trying different preparation styles.

Where to Eat The Best River Fish 

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The outside of Phsa Kabkor restaurant

This restaurant is very popular with locals, especially at lunchtime. Located far from the tourist areas of Phnom Penh, it is worth seeking it out.

Phsa Kabko Restaurant

Address: Ke Nou St. (9) between Street 294 and Street 274, Phnom Penh.

Hours: Everyday from 6am to 10pm

Price: 6,000 Riel (About $1.50 USD) per dish

Cambodian Food Recipes

If you want to try Cambodian food at home, here are our favorite cookbooks with simple, authentic Cambodian food recipes. 

Cambodian Cooking

Cambodian Cooking: A humanitarian project in collaboration with Act for Cambodia      Paperback – May 16, 2017

Besides meeting Chef Joannès Rivière and dining at his restaurant Cuisine Wat Damnak in Siem Reap, we love the simple recipes with substitutions offered in this cookbook.

The Elephant Walk Cookbook

The Elephant Walk Cookbook: Cambodian Cuisine from the Nationally Acclaimed Restaurant      Hardcover – January 1, 1998

From restaurant owner and chef at Elephant Walk in Boston, this cookbook is written with American readers in mind. We love the straightforward recipes and tips for finding and substituting ingredients for US readers.

Num Pang Cambodian Sandwich Recipes

Num Pang: Bold Recipes from New York City's Favorite Sandwich Shop      Hardcover – May 17, 2016

While in Cambodia, we fell in love with their traditional Num Pang sandwiches. We love this cookbook for its simple introduction to this classic Cambodian street food.

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22 Comments on “12 Fascinating Cambodian Dishes You Want To Feast On”

  1. The fish with shredded mango sounds delicious. The rice porridge sounded great until you mentioned offal. Nope. Plus I prefer sweet rice porridge like in India. I guess I’m not as adventurous an eater as I thought.

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    • That’s funny to read Penny about the rice porridge. The good news is that you can ask for the offal to be removed and simply enjoy a savory porridge. Have not been to India yet, but the sweet porridge sounds delightful. Indeed exploring the local flavors does require courage to step out… even a little bit! Thanks for your comments.

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  2. I’ve been living in Cambodia for two years and you hit on so many excellent Cambodian dishes in this post! A lot of people don’t think of Cambodia as a place for foodies, so I think you are dispelling that myth. You also mentioned many great restaurants around Phnom Penh that are popular with locals and expats. I haven’t tried to prahok at Marum restaurant yet, so will have to give that a try next time we’re in Siem Reap!

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    • That’s awesome to read Jen and we really value your feedback. Indeed, Cambodia has so much to offer around food and so little information is out there. We hope we can inspire people to try the local flavors on their visits to Cambodia. You will love Marum…but book ahead! Appreciate your feedback. Thanks.

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  3. These all look so delicious! One thing I really appreciate is a savory breakfast. I don’t much care for sweets so I’d much rather have these types of breakfast. The eggplant dish looks really great also. I had some of these but not all of them. That’s a good enough reason to go back!

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    • So great to hear that you prefer a savory breakfast. I was surprised at how quickly I adjusted to the savory soups and porridge as well. Glad you’ve had enjoyed most of these dishes. Any favorites? The eggplant is indeed quite tasty and a favorite of ours as well. Totally, the food is a good enough reason to go back! Cheers.

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  4. I didn’t realise at all what a rich and differing variety of food Cambodia had. From the photos, I think my favourite of those dishes would be Bai Sai Chrouk but they all look tasty.

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    • We are so glad to hear that Rhonda. The food in Cambodia is much more diverse than most think…and delicious! The Bai Sai Chrouk is a favorite as are many of the others. Indeed a foodie destination!!

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  5. Surprising that Cambodian cuisine hasn’t taken off internationally with the same flair as it’s neighboring Vietnam and Thailand – it sounds just as good! Definitely some unique dishes here – seafood frog, and Red Tree Ants are definitely different!! I hope to travel soon 🙂

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    • You would love Cambodia Megan, the history is rich and the temples fascinating. For us, the food is quite the ultimate experience. All the dishes as you mentioned are unique in their own right and full of interesting flavors. Definitively a must visit and must eat experience. I sincerely hope you do get to visit Cambodia soon. Cheers!

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  6. I learn so much reading your food posts! You guys need to have your own show that rivals the travel foodie shows on tv because your posts are much more informative. Even though I love a good curry, snakehead curry would never be on my plate. I am much too much a psychologic eater and way too squeamish. The eggplant and pork is much more my speed. LOL

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    • You are too kind Melody. Thank you for the wonderful compliments about having our own show…we would love that!! The food in Cambodia is quite diverse and tasty and the eggplant/pork is quite good. You’d love it! Hope you can get over to Cambodia and try out the food soon. Cheers.

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  7. We just came from Cambodia and Amok was definitely my favorite local dish. I wish I had tried the BBQ frog (or bats) but they just didn’t look to appetizing haha

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    • That’s awesome that you can just came back from Cambodia. What part? Yes, totally with you on Fish Amok. We actually just wrote a new article about cooking Fish Amok. Check it out 🙂 The frogs were actually quite tasty…consider going back and branching out a little more with the food. Thanks for stopping by!!

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  8. This post is making my mouth water and makes me want to go back to Cambodia right now! My two favorite dishes were the Khmer curry and amok! I probably ate those two 2/3 of our entire time in Cambodia! There are a few on here I hadn’t even tried, so what better excuse to go back?!

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    • You are right Megan, the food is a perfect reason to go back to Cambodia. Yes, the fish Amok was one of our favorites as well. With this guide, you are certainly due for a delicious trip back. Cheers!

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