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Cambodian Stir Fried Rice And Pork

Cultural Context

Cambodian Stir Fried Rice and Pork, known locally as Bai Cha, is a beloved comfort food that showcases the country's rich culinary heritage. Often made with leftover rice, this dish reflects the resourcefulness of Cambodian home cooks, who combine simple ingredients to create a satisfying meal. Traditionally enjoyed as a quick lunch or dinner, it has gained popularity beyond Cambodia, inspiring variations across Southeast Asia.

CambodianKHmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 cups cooked rice
1 lb pork
4 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
2 medium carrots
1 cup green beans
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon black pepper
4 green onions
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 lime

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

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is lower in fat.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: hoisin sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Hoisin sauce offers similar sweetness and umami.

cooked rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Brown rice is a whole grain alternative that is budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective cooking oil.

1

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

2

Add minced garlic and diced onion; sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

3

Stir in diced pork and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

4

Add sliced carrots and green beans; stir-fry until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

5

Push the mixture to one side of the skillet; crack an egg into the empty space and scramble until just set.

6

Combine the egg with the pork and vegetables; mix well.

7

Add cooked rice to the skillet; stir to combine with the pork and vegetables.

8

Pour soy sauce and oyster sauce over the rice; mix thoroughly to coat evenly.

9

Season with black pepper, salt, and sugar; stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.

10

Add chopped green onions and squeeze lime juice over the top; mix well.

11

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skilletspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milksoy

Also Known As

Fried Rice with PorkBai Cha

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