Cambodian Chicken Soup ស៊ុប​មាន់ - Traditional Khmer Food

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is easier to find and offers a similar umami flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a lower-calorie option, while pork can be more affordable.

lime leaves

🥗Healthier: bay leaves

💰Cheaper: lemon zest

Bay leaves can substitute for flavor, while lemon zest offers a citrus note.

mushrooms

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini adds nutrition while cabbage is often less expensive.

Heat water in a large pot over medium heat until simmering.

Add chicken and cook until fully cooked, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove chicken, let cool, then shred into pieces.

In the same pot, add garlic, ginger, lemongrass, and lime leaves; simmer for 5-7 minutes.

Stir in fish sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper; mix well.

Add mushrooms, carrots, and onions; cook until tender, about 10 minutes.

Return shredded chicken to the pot; stir to combine.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and green onions.

Cooking Techniques

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