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Illustrative photo: Saphabodi — CC0, Wikimedia Commons
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Samlar machu

Samlar machu is a Cambodian sour-and-sweet soup, light and tangy thanks to tamarind. It combines vegetables and aromatic herbs in a fragrant broth, ideal served alongside rice.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Heat the water with the lemongrass, garlic and sliced onion.
  2. Add the tomatoes cut into wedges and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Add the aubergine and green beans, cut into pieces, and cook for 10 minutes.
  4. Dilute the tamarind paste in a little hot water and pour it into the soup.
  5. Season with the fish sauce and pepper, then add the tender leaves.
  6. Cook for 3 more minutes and serve hot with rice.

Variations and tips

Fish version. Add pieces of white fish instead of prawns for a more substantial dish.

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