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Exquisite Snail Soup

Cultural Context

Exquisite Snail Soup is a traditional dish in Cambodian cuisine, often enjoyed for its unique flavors and textures. Snails are considered a delicacy and are often associated with rural dining and special occasions. This soup showcases the use of fresh herbs and spices, reflecting the vibrant culinary culture of Cambodia. Today, it has gained popularity in various Asian fusion restaurants around the world, appealing to adventurous eaters.

KhmerKHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb rice paddy snail
1 lb bronze featherback fish meatballs
3 tablespoons satay paste
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 cup tomato sauce
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 teaspoon MSG
1 teaspoon chicken powder
1 tablespoon white sugar
4 cloves garlic
4 kaffir lime leaves
2 stalks lemongrass
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 cup maize
4 cups drinking water
2 red chilies
1 lime
1/2 cup culantro
2 cups Chinese cabbage
1 cup flammulina filiformis
2 cups water spinach
2 cups bok choy
1 package (8 oz) num banhchok

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

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: heavy cream

Almond milk is lower in calories and fat.

snails

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: canned mushrooms

Mushrooms provide a similar texture and umami flavor.

1

Clean the snails thoroughly under running water.

2

Simmer chicken broth in a pot over medium heat.

3

Add chopped garlic, onion, ginger, and lemongrass to the broth.

4

Cook until the vegetables are fragrant, about 5 minutes.

5

Stir in the cleaned snails and simmer for 10 minutes.

6

Add coconut milk and lime juice, stirring well.

7

Season with fish sauce, salt, and sugar to taste.

8

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

9

Chop cilantro and green onions, adding them to the soup just before serving.

10

Slice chili peppers and serve on the side for garnish.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringchopping

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfishfishsoy

Also Known As

Escargot SoupSnail Bisque

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