Cooking at Mom's - 8 Course Meals in 2 Days - Cambodian Homemade by Bopha

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option while canned tuna is more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, and evaporated milk is a budget-friendly substitute.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried or frozen herbs can be more accessible while still adding flavor.

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, and spaghetti is often less expensive.

Prepare rice noodles by boiling them in water until tender, then drain and set aside.

Simmer fish in a pot of water with lemongrass, ginger, and garlic until cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.

Remove fish and flake it into pieces, discarding any bones.

Add coconut milk to the pot and stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar; simmer for 5 minutes.

Combine the flaked fish back into the coconut broth and heat through for 2-3 minutes.

Serve the rice noodles in bowls, ladle the fish and coconut broth over the noodles.

Top with fresh bean sprouts, cucumber slices, and herbs like basil and mint.

Garnish with lime wedges and additional chili if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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