Cambodian cuisine

Cambodian cuisine, or Khmer cuisine, features fresh ingredients, aromatic herbs, and bold flavors. It emphasizes balanced dishes with tastes of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. Common ingredients include rice, fish, seafood, vegetables, and herbs like lemongrass and mint. Signature dishes include Amok (a coconut milk-based fish curry), Kuy Teav (noodle soup), and Bai Sach Chrouk (grilled pork with rice). Meals often incorporate fermented fish paste called prahok, adding depth to flavors. Cambodian cuisine reflects its rich cultural history and local ingredients, offering a harmonious blend of complexity and subtlety in each bite.