22 Authentic Cambodian Dishes You Can’t Leave Cambodia Without Trying

Kralan: Sticky rice with black beans and coconut milk roasted in bamboo tubes, imparting a unique smokey flavour while natural sugars caramelize.

Pleah Sach Ko: Lime-marinated beef salad with fish sauce, prahok, galangal, and fresh herbs, topped with crushed peanuts, mint, and basil.

Num Banh Chao—a crispy Cambodian rice crepe stuffed with pork, shrimp, and herbs, served with a sweet-tangy dipping sauce. Irresistibly crunchy and packed with fresh flavours!

Vibrant green mango salad with dried fish, palm sugar, and aromatic herbs. The perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and umami with a refreshing crunch.

Traditional Cambodian sausage made with beef or pork, fermented then grilled over charcoal. The slight tanginess pairs perfectly with pickled vegetables.

Stir-fried rice pin noodles with bean sprouts and soy sauce, topped with a fried egg. This Chinese-influenced street food is the ultimate Cambodian comfort dish.

Tender squid skewers marinated with garlic, fish sauce and lime, grilled over charcoal. Best enjoyed with the zingy Kampot pepper dipping sauce.

Ripe bananas simmered in coconut milk with palm sugar and pandan. This comforting dessert is deliciously sweet with a velvety texture and aromatic finish.

Sun-dried fish marinated in kroeung spice paste and palm sugar, then grilled to perfection. The caramelization creates an irresistible sweet-savory balance.

A fragrant sour soup with tamarind, fish, and vegetables. The complex broth combines lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves for a quintessential Cambodian flavor.

Bite-sized coconut pancakes with crispy edges and custardy centers. These dome-shaped treats can be savory with chives or filled with shrimp for a delightful snack.

Sticky rice cakes wrapped in banana leaves with sweet banana filling. The steaming process creates a chewy exterior and soft, melting center—perfect for festivals.

A fragrant chicken curry with potatoes in coconut milk, sweeter than Thai versions. The kroeung spice paste, lemongrass and star anise create a deliciously aromatic experience.

A savory dip combining fermented fish paste, coconut milk, and minced pork. This boldly flavored dish is perfectly balanced for dipping fresh raw vegetables.

A vibrant fish soup that perfectly balances tangy tamarind with sweet pineapple. This refreshing dish showcases Cambodia’s mastery of bold, contrasting flavors.

Cambodia’s national soup featuring over 20 ingredients including jackfruit, eggplant, beans, and prahok. This complex, hearty dish is the ultimate Khmer comfort food.

Thinly sliced pork marinated in coconut milk and garlic, grilled to perfection. This beloved breakfast dish comes with broken rice and tangy pickled vegetables.

A clear, aromatic rice noodle soup with tender pork or beef and fresh bean sprouts. This breakfast favorite features a delicate broth garnished with herbs and crispy shallots.

Stir-fried marinated beef cubes served over crisp greens with a tangy lime-pepper dipping sauce. This French-influenced dish is often crowned with a perfectly fried egg.

“Khmer noodles” – fresh rice noodles topped with a vibrant fish curry and seasonal vegetables. This beloved breakfast staple showcases Cambodia’s mastery of fresh herbs and textures.

Cambodia’s national treasure – fish curry steamed in banana leaves. The velvety, mousse-like texture comes from fresh coconut cream and aromatic kroeung spice paste.

Grilled beef skewers marinated in lemongrass, garlic, and palm sugar. These smoky street food delights are served with pickled vegetables and a spicy dipping sauce.