18 Must-Try Cambodian Dishes You Will Love

Cambodian cuisine shares traits with its Southeast Asian neighbors, tasting Cambodia's signature dishes unveils a distinct, flavorful, and harmoniously balanced culinary experience that stands apart.

Ongkrong Saek Koo (Stir-Fried Beef with Red Tree Ants)

stir-fried beef with shallots, ginger, garlic, basil, lemongrass, and an army of red tree ants.

Most Popular Cambodian Foods

Kuy Teav (Cambodian Noodle Soup)

hearty rice noodle soup with tender pork, fish sauce, lemongrass, ginger, and fresh vegetables.

Kari Saraman (Saraman Curry)

Cooked in cassia bark, star anise, whole peanuts, and curry, then served with a baguette to counter the richness.

Kdam Chaa (Deep-Fried Crab Cambodian Street Food)

Fried crab dish spiced with locally-grown Kampot pepper and is a specialty of the seaside town of Kep.

Nhoam Svay Kchai (Cambodian Mango Salad)

Smoked fish dish made special with green mango salad, spring onions, Thai basil, cucumber, mint, and a hint of fish sauce.

Num Pang (Cambodian Baguette Sandwich)

Sandwich filled with vegetables, a flavorful mix of herbs and condiments, then a choice of tofu, chicken, pork, or fish.

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