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Cambodian Sweet and Sour Soup Recipe

Cambodian Sweet and Sour Soup

The Cambodian Sweet and Sour Soup recipe is not as sour as it sounds.
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5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Cambodian, SE Asian
Keyword: Cambodian Sweet and Sour Soup recipe
Servings: 8 People
Calories: 400 kcal
Cambodian Sweet and Sour Soup Recipe

Equipment

  • Large saucepan or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or fork
  • Serving bowls and rice bowls
  • Serving spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) of coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp palm sugar
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp tamarind paste
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 2 tbsp chopped lemongrass
  • 1 tbsp chopped galangal
  • 1 tbsp chopped ginger
  • 1 tbsp dried red chili flakes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Rice, for serving

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, and lemongrass, and cook until the onion is translucent.
  • Add the chicken to the pan and cook until it is no longer pink.
  • Stir in the red and yellow bell peppers, tomato, ginger, galangal, and chili flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the palm sugar, fish sauce, tamarind paste, and lime juice. Pour this mixture into the pan and stir to combine.
  • Simmer the soup for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the soup over rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

 
Soak the tamarind paste in warm water for a few minutes before using it to make it easier to dissolve.
Toast the dried chili flakes in a dry pan for a minute or two before adding them to the dish to enhance their flavor.
Use fresh herbs and spices, such as lemongrass and ginger, for a more robust flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 1080mg | Potassium: 636mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g
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