What is Samlor Proher Trey Phtuok The Cambodia Soup

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned fish is budget-friendly.

tamarind

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice adds acidity with fewer calories, vinegar is more accessible.

galangal

🥗Healthier: ginger

💰Cheaper: fresh ginger

Ginger is a common substitute that offers similar warmth.

Prepare the fish by cleaning and cutting into pieces.

Heat water in a pot over medium heat until simmering.

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

Simmer for 10-15 minutes to infuse flavors.

Add the fish pieces to the pot and cook until opaque, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in coconut milk and tamarind, and bring to a gentle simmer.

Add vegetables and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

Season with fish sauce, sugar, salt, and chili to taste.

Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.

Garnish with chopped coriander and green onions before serving.

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