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Traditional Cambodian Breakfast

Cultural Context

Traditional Cambodian breakfast often features Bai Sach Chrouk, a dish of grilled pork served over rice. This meal is a staple for many Cambodians, providing a hearty start to the day. The combination of savory pork, fragrant rice, and fresh vegetables reflects the country's culinary heritage. Today, this breakfast is enjoyed by locals and visitors alike, often found in bustling street markets across Cambodia.

CambodianKHmain
60 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
2 cups jasmine rice
1 lb pork shoulder
4 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup pickled vegetables
1 medium cucumber
4 green onions
1 lime
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork loin is more affordable.

jasmine rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice adds fiber, while white rice is often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor, while salt is a basic alternative.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is budget-friendly.

1

Soak jasmine rice in water for 30 minutes.

2

Drain the rice and steam it until fluffy, about 20 minutes.

3

Marinate pork shoulder in garlic, soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper for at least 1 hour.

4

Grill the marinated pork over medium heat until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.

5

Slice the grilled pork into thin pieces.

6

Prepare pickled vegetables by soaking them in vinegar and sugar for 15 minutes.

7

Serve the steamed rice topped with grilled pork slices.

8

Garnish with pickled vegetables, cucumber slices, and chopped green onions.

9

Drizzle with lime juice and a splash of fish sauce before serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsteaminggrilling

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Bai Sach ChroukRice with Grilled Pork

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