Making Cambodian Noodles | How to make Num Bon Chok In Siem Reap, Cambodia

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

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

Soak rice noodles in warm water until soft, about 30 minutes.

In a pot, combine fish, coconut milk, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, garlic, and shallots.

Simmer the mixture over low heat for 20-30 minutes until fish is cooked through.

Remove the fish and flake it into small pieces.

Strain the broth and return it to the pot, discarding solids.

Adjust seasoning with salt and sugar to taste.

Prepare the serving bowls with softened rice noodles.

Ladle the broth over the noodles, adding flaked fish on top.

Garnish with bean sprouts, cucumber, basil, mint, and lime wedges.

Sprinkle crushed peanuts over the dish before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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