Cambodian Vegetable Soup | Somlor Koko | សម្លកកូរ

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while pork is often less expensive.

galangal

🥗Healthier: ginger

💰Cheaper: ginger

Ginger is more accessible and provides a similar flavor.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative, while salt is a basic substitute.

Heat coconut milk in a pot over medium heat until simmering.

Add sliced chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves.

Add mushrooms, carrots, and bell peppers; cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

Season with fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice; stir well.

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.

Serve hot over cooked rice and garnish with cilantro and green onions.

Cooking Techniques

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