Num Pong Chok
Num Pong Chok is a traditional Cambodian dish made with rice noodles and a flavorful coconut-based curry sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Lime wedges - 4
- Fresh herbs (cilantro, mint, basil) - 1/2 cup, chopped
- Bean sprouts - 1 cup
- Chicken or tofu - 1 cup, cooked and sliced
- Kaffir lime leaves - 4 leaves
- Lemongrass - 2 stalks, bruised
- Sugar - 1 tablespoon
- Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Red curry paste - 2 tablespoons
- Chicken or vegetable broth - 2 cups
- Coconut milk - 2 cups
- Rice noodles - 1 pound
Let's Get Started
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat the coconut milk over medium heat.
- Add the red curry paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add the chicken or vegetable broth, fish sauce, sugar, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- Remove the lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves from the pot.
- Divide the cooked rice noodles among serving bowls.
- Top with the sliced chicken or tofu, bean sprouts, and fresh herbs.
- Pour the hot curry sauce over the noodles and garnish with lime wedges.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 60g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g
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