How To Make Cambodian Beef Jerky Nhiet Sach Kho In The Gowise Turbo Air Fryer

palm sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides a natural sweetness with fewer calories.

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are leaner and more affordable.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor.

coconut water

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Vegetable broth adds flavor without added sugars.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped garlic, shallots, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add pork belly and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in palm sugar and cook until melted and caramelized, about 3-4 minutes.

Pour in coconut water and add fish sauce, soy sauce, and black pepper; stir to combine.

Add bay leaves and lemongrass, then bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat for 45-60 minutes, until pork is tender.

Adjust seasoning with lime juice and additional fish sauce if needed.

Garnish with chopped green onions and sliced red chili before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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