Eating 3 Dishes for Just $1 at Phnom Penh Market 🇰🇭

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is easier to find and adds umami flavor.

lemongrass

🥗Healthier: lemon zest

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon zest provides a similar citrus note.

turmeric

🥗Healthier: saffron

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Curry powder can mimic the flavor profile.

Soak rice noodles in warm water until softened, about 15 minutes.

Boil water in a pot and add the softened noodles, cooking until tender, about 2-3 minutes.

Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.

Blend coconut milk, fish sauce, garlic, shallots, and turmeric until smooth.

Heat a pan over medium heat and add the blended mixture, cooking for 5-7 minutes until fragrant.

Add sugar and lime juice to the mixture, stirring until well combined.

Serve the noodles in bowls, topped with the coconut sauce mixture.

Garnish with fresh herbs, bean sprouts, cucumber, and chili.

Cooking Techniques

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