Chha samlor (tamarind vegetable stew)

Instructions

1. Bring the water to a boil in a large pot and dissolve the tamarind paste in it, straining if needed.
2. Add the kroeung and let it simmer for 5 minutes so the flavors infuse.
3. Add the squash, tomato and eggplants cut into pieces, then simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Add the okra and green beans and cook for 5 more minutes.
5. Lay the fish fillets in pieces on top and poach for 5 minutes without stirring too vigorously.
6. Season with the fish sauce, sugar and salt, tasting until the sour and salty are balanced. Finish with the basil and serve with rice.