Cambodian Kaw Sach Chrouk
511kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lb boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 garlic, minced
- 2 shallots, sliced
- 2 red chilies, sliced
- 1 tbsp chopped lemongrass
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- Steamed rice, for serving
Method
- In a large saucepan, heat the sugar over medium heat until it melts and turns a golden brown color, about 5 minutes.
- Add the soy sauce and fish sauce to the caramelized sugar and stir until well combined.
- Add the vegetable oil to the saucepan and heat over medium heat. Add the garlic, shallots, and chilies to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add the pork to the pan and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Pour the caramelized sugar and soy sauce mixture over the pork and stir to coat.
- Add the lemongrass and cilantro to the pan and stir to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the dish simmer for about 1 hour, or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the Kaw Sach Chrouk over steamed rice and garnish with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
Serving1gCalories511kcalCarbohydrates25gProtein33gFat31gSaturated Fat12gCholesterol108mgSodium1053mgPotassium522mgFiber1gSugar20g