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Char Kroeung Sach Ko (Cambodian Lemongrass Beef Stir-fry)
Char Kroeung Sach Ko is a vibrant Cambodian stir-fry dish, packed full of aromatic flavors. Tender slices of beef sizzle in a robust lemongrass paste, accented with fiery red chili peppers and fragrant kaffir lime leaves. This dish, deeply rooted in the Cambodian culinary tradition, promises an unforgettable taste experience that will transport you straight to the bustling street markets of Phnom Penh.
Ingredients
- Salt
- 1 teaspoon
- Red chili peppers
- 2, finely sliced
- Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Sugar
- 1 tablespoon
- Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons
- Kaffir lime leaves
- 2, finely sliced
- Shallots
- 2, finely chopped
- Garlic
- 3 cloves, minced
- Lemongrass
- 2 stalks, finely chopped
- Beef
- 500 grams, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the lemongrass paste. In a bowl, combine the finely chopped lemongrass, minced garlic, chopped shallots, finely sliced kaffir lime leaves, fish sauce, sugar, and salt. Mix them thoroughly until you have a fragrant, well-blended paste.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the lemongrass paste. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the paste becomes fragrant, indicating that the flavors have begun to meld.
- Add the thinly sliced beef to the wok. Continue to stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the beef is well-cooked and has absorbed the flavors of the paste.
- Finally, add the finely sliced red chili peppers to the wok, stirring and frying for an additional 1 minute. This adds a final kick of heat to the dish.
- Remove the wok from the heat, and let the dish sit for a couple of minutes to allow the flavors to deepen.
- Serve hot, ideally with a side of steamed jasmine rice to complement the bold flavors of the stir-fry. Enjoy your authentic Cambodian Char Kroeung Sach Ko!
Tips
- For a vegetarian version, replace beef with firm tofu or a mix of bell peppers and mushrooms.
- Adjust the amount of chili according to your heat preference.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Calories: 350 Fat: 20g Carbs: 10g Protein: 30g Sodium: 1000mg Sugar: 7g
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