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Nutritional Values
350kcal
34gProtein
8gCarbs
18gFat
2gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Allergens
🐟 Fish
Lap Khmer
How to order / say it
Say it
ណាមគោស — [Lap Kmair]
Order
I'd like the Lap Khmer, please.
Locally
ខ្ញុំចង់បានណាមគោសបានទេ?
Say locally
A zesty, spicy Cambodian beef salad, known for its vibrant flavors.
Why try it?
Lap Khmer is a Cambodian favorite that reflects the national palate's love for citrus and spicy tones. It’s a street food staple symbolizing the diverse flavors of Cambodia and a communal approach to dining.
How it tastes
Combining succulent beef slices with tangy lime juice, it bursts with aromatic herbs and a pleasant chili heat. Infused with fish sauce, it results in a mouth-watering, rich yet fresh, salad.
Origin & History — first documented: 1800
Traced back to the centuries-old Mekong region, Lap Khmer was influenced by Laotian cuisine. It evolved from a preservation method to a celebrated dish, particularly during street festivals and community gatherings.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 300 g beef
- 🍋 50 ml lime juice
- 🥣 30 ml fish sauce
- 🌿 20 g cilantro
- 🧄 50 g shallots
- 🧂 10 g red chilies
Method
- 1 Thinly slice beef and marinate in lime juice.
- 2 Toss with fish sauce, herbs, and shallots.
- 3 Add chilies for spice, mix well.
- 4 Serve chilled as a salad.
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