NOM BANH CHOK CHHA (CAMBODIAN STIR-FRIED NOODLES)
This popular Cambodian stir-fried noodle dish is "Nom Banh Chok Chha Kreung," which is made with stir-fried noodles and a variety of meats, vegetables, and aromatic spices.
Servings: 4
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
| AMOUNT | INGREDIENT(S) | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
| 200g | Rice noodles | Vermicelli noodles or wide rice noodles |
| 2 tablespoons | Vegetable oil | |
| 2 cloves | Garlic | Minced |
| 1 | Onion | Sliced |
| 1 | Bell pepper | Thinly sliced |
| 1 | Carrot | Julienned |
| 100g | Tofu | Cubed |
| 100g | Cabbage | Shredded |
| 2 tablespoons | Soy sauce | |
| 1 tablespoon | Oyster sauce | |
| 1 tablespoon | Fish sauce | Optional for extra flavor |
| 1 teaspoon | Sugar | |
| 1/2 teaspoon | Back pepper | Freshly ground |
| 2 | Green onions | Chopped for garnish |
| Lime wedges | For serving |
Preparation & Tips
Prepare the Rice Noodles:
- Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions until they are al dente. Drain and set aside.
Stir-Fry the Ingredients:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sliced onion to the wok and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the sliced bell pepper, julienned carrot, cubed tofu, and shredded cabbage to the wok. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp and the tofu is lightly browned.
Add the Noodles and Sauce:
- Add the cooked rice noodles to the wok with the stir-fried vegetables and tofu.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce (if using), sugar, and black pepper. Pour the sauce over the noodles and vegetables.
- Toss everything together until the noodles are well coated in the sauce and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
Serve:
- Transfer the stir-fried noodles to serving plates or bowls.
- Garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the noodles.
- Enjoy these delicious Cambodian stir-fried noodles as a satisfying and flavorful meal! Feel free to customize the ingredients and adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
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