Dive into the rich, aromatic flavors of Cambodian cuisine with this tantalizing Coconut Sauce recipe, perfect for ZWT 9 (Zaar World Tour 9). This silky sauce combines the creamy indulgence of coconut milk with the vibrant notes of lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves, creating a perfectly balanced blend of sweetness, spice, and umami. Infused with turmeric and a hint of optional chili paste, this versatile sauce is ideal as a dip, a topping for stir-fried vegetables, or even a base for curries. With just 30 minutes from prep to finish, this easy-to-make Cambodian coconut sauce brings authentic Southeast Asian flavors straight to your table.
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Heat the oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic, chopped shallots, and lemongrass to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
Stir in the grated galangal and turmeric powder, cooking for an additional minute to release the flavors.
Pour in the coconut milk and stir well to combine with the aromatics.
Add the shredded kaffir lime leaves, palm sugar, fish sauce, and chili paste (if using). Stir until the sugar has dissolved completely.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking or curdling.
Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness, saltiness, or spiciness as needed by adding more palm sugar, fish sauce, or chili paste.
Remove the sauce from heat and strain it through a fine mesh sieve if a smoother texture is desired.
Serve warm as a dipping sauce, drizzled over stir-fried vegetables, or as a base for curries. Enjoy!
Serving size | (555.1g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 409.4 |
Total Fat 14.8g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 2.4g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 2657.7mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 68.6g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 3.2g | 0% |
Total Sugars 46.3g | |
Protein 4.5g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 97.1mg | 0% |
Iron 4.0mg | 0% |
Potassium 1068.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories