Nom Banh Chok
“A traditional Cambodian noodle dish served with green fish curry.”
Fish
Coconut Milk
Rice Noodle
green curry paste
herbs
CucumberWhere it comes from
Nom Banh Chok is a beloved breakfast dish in Cambodia, often sold by local vendors carrying it in baskets suspended from a pole.
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How it's made
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How it's made
5 steps · Show ↓- 15 min
In a pot, bring coconut milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add green curry paste and stir until the paste is fully dissolved and the mixture is fragrant.
- 210 min
Add the fish to the simmering coconut milk, ensuring it's fully submerged. Cook gently until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 10 minutes.
- 310 min
Meanwhile, cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- 45 min
Layer the noodles in serving bowls. Ladle the coconut fish curry over the noodles, ensuring each bowl gets an even distribution of fish and sauce.
- 55 min
Top each bowl with fresh herbs, sliced cucumbers, and bean sprouts for a crunchy contrast. Serve immediately while the curry is warm.
