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Nutritional Values

πŸ”₯540kcal
πŸ’ͺ32gProtein
🌾20gCarbs
πŸ₯‘35gFat
🌿4gFibre
βš–οΈ300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🐟 Fish

Prahok K'tis

How to order / say it
Say it αž”αŸ’αžšαž αž»αž€αžαŸ’αž‘αž·αŸ‡ β€” [prah-HOK kuh-teeh]
Order I'd like the Prahok K'tis, please.
Locally αžαŸ’αž‰αž»αŸ†αžŸαžΌαž˜αž”αŸ’αžšαž αž»αž€αžαŸ’αž‘αž·αŸ‡αž˜αž½αž™αŸ”
Say locally

A rich, fermented fish paste served with fresh vegetables.

Why try it?

Prahok K'tis is a dish that symbolizes the bold flavors of Cambodian cuisine, showcasing the unique use of fermented fish paste. It is an essential taste experience for understanding Khmer culinary tradition.

How it tastes

This dip is rich with intense umami from the fermented fish balanced by the creaminess of coconut milk. It is savory and slightly spicy, best enjoyed with fresh crunchy vegetables to contrast the soft dip.

Origin & History β€” first documented: 1500

Rooted in the necessity of preserving fish, Prahok K'tis is a centuries-old dish among rural communities. Its flavors have been refined over generations, acting as a robust foundation in Khmer gastronomy.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 150 g fermented fish paste
  • πŸ₯› 200 ml coconut milk
  • πŸ₯© 300 g minced pork
  • 🌿 3 slices galangal
  • 🌿 2 stalks lemongrass
  • πŸ§‚ 1 pc chili
  • 🍯 2 tsp sugar
  • πŸ₯• 100 g eggplant
  • πŸ₯• 100 g cucumber
  • πŸ₯• 100 g green beans

Method

  1. 1 Cook minced pork, adding fermented fish paste and galangal.
  2. 2 Stir in coconut milk, lemongrass, and chili; simmer.
  3. 3 Adjust seasoning with sugar and cook until thickened.
  4. 4 Serve with fresh vegetables like cucumber, eggplant, and green beans.

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