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Khmer Red Curry — traditional dish from Siem Reap, Cambodia
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Nutritional Values

🔥490kcal
💪35gProtein
🌾35gCarbs
🥑26gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️400 gServing

* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.

Allergens

🐟 Fish

Khmer Red Curry

How to order / say it
Say it ការីខ្មែរពណ៌ក្រហម — [gah-REE khmer poh-KRAH-hohm]
Order I'd like the Khmer Red Curry, please.
Locally ខ្ញុំសូមការីខ្មែរពណ៌ក្រហមមួយ។
Say locally

A mild, aromatic curry made with coconut milk, beef, and vegetables.

Why try it?

Khmer Red Curry is celebrated for its gentle blend of spices and is a common dish for festive events. It represents the traditional flavors of Siem Reap and the central role of coconut milk in Cambodian cuisine.

How it tastes

This curry offers a creamy and slightly sweet taste, with layers of flavor from lemongrass and coconut milk. The beef is tender, and the vegetables add a satisfying crunch.

Origin & History — first documented: 1900

Developed during the French colonial period, Khmer Red Curry incorporated local and colonial ingredients. Popular among locals, it became a staple in family gatherings and holidays due to its nutritious and rich profile.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 300 g beef
  • 🥛 250 ml coconut milk
  • 🌿 2 stalks lemongrass
  • 🧂 2 tbsp red curry paste
  • 🥕 200 g sweet potatoes
  • 🥕 150 g carrots
  • 🥕 100 g green beans
  • 🥣 3 tbsp fish sauce
  • 🍯 2 tsp sugar

Method

  1. 1 Sauté red curry paste and lemongrass in a pot.
  2. 2 Add the beef and cook until browned.
  3. 3 Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce, and sugar.
  4. 4 Simmer with sweet potatoes, carrots, and green beans until cooked through.
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