How to make eel stew/Phat srey KH/

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a common alternative for flavoring.

Clean and prepare the eels, cutting them into pieces.

Heat a pot over medium heat and add coconut milk until it simmers.

Add lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves to the pot and stir.

In a separate pan, sauté shallots, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.

Add the sautéed mixture to the pot with coconut milk.

Stir in fish sauce, palm sugar, turmeric, and salt, mixing well.

Add the eel pieces to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.

Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the eels are cooked through.

Adjust seasoning with lime juice and additional salt as needed.

Serve hot, garnished with green onions and cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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