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Nutritional Values

πŸ”₯500kcal
πŸ’ͺ36gProtein
🌾40gCarbs
πŸ₯‘20gFat
🌿2gFibre
βš–οΈ400 gServing

* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.

Bai Sach Chrouk

How to order / say it
Say it αž”αžΆαž™αžŸαžΆαž…αŸ‹αž‡αŸ’αžšαžΌαž€ β€” [Bye Sach Chrook]
Order I'd like the Bai Sach Chrouk, please.
Locally αžαŸ’αž‰αž»αŸ†αž…αž„αŸ‹αž”αžΆαž“αž”αžΆαž™αžŸαžΆαž…αŸ‹αž‡αŸ’αžšαžΌαž€, αžŸαžΌαž˜αž’αžšαž‚αž»αžŽαŸ”
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Grilled pork served with rice, often enjoyed as a breakfast.

Why try it?

Bai Sach Chrouk reflects the simplicity and comfort of Cambodian street food, embodying the warmth of a local breakfast tradition. It's a staple morning meal, showcasing the harmonious interplay of grilled flavors and a hint of sweetness.

How it tastes

The pork is marinated to enhance its natural sweetness and grilled to a tender perfection, often having a slightly charred, smoky aroma. Accompanied by fluffy rice and fresh pickles, it offers a delightful balance of savory and sweet on the palate.

Origin & History β€” first documented: 1920

This dish has been a breakfast classic in Cambodia since the early 20th century, evolving from rural family meals to ubiquitous street food in urban markets. Its simplicity and affordability have made it a daily ritual for many Cambodians, increasingly popular with travelers.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • πŸ₯© 400 g pork belly
  • 🍯 2 tbsp sugar
  • πŸ₯£ 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • πŸ§„ 3 cloves garlic
  • 🌾 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • πŸ₯• 1 cucumber

Method

  1. 1 Marinate pork slices in sugar, soy sauce, and garlic for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Grill the pork over medium heat until cooked and slightly charred.
  3. 3 Serve with jasmine rice and sliced cucumber as a garnish.

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