Category: Traditional Khmer Cuisine

1. The History and Origins of Fish Amok Fish Amok (អាម៉ុកត្រី, Amok Trey) is widely regarded as Cambodia’s national dish—a fragrant, creamy curry that embodies Khmer culinary identity. The dish traces its roots back to the royal kitchens of the...

“The spirit of Cambodia grows in the paddies and lives in every grain.” I. Rice: The Heart of Cambodian Life In Cambodia, rice is not just a staple food—it is the foundation of culture, economy, and spirituality. The Khmer word...