Homemade Samlar Machu Kreung – Cambodian Sour Stew
Chicken

Homemade Samlar Machu Kreung – Cambodian Sour Stew

This version of Homemade Samlar Machu Kreung – Cambodian Sour Stew is flavorful, easy to prepare and suitable for traditional Chicken configurations....

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16 Min Prep

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42 Min Cook

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5 Servings

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Non-Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 4 cups Water
  • 2 tablespoons Tamarind Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1 cup Green Beans
  • 1 Stalk Lemongrass
  • 2 Kaffir Lime Leaves
  • 1 sliced Chilli

Instructions

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bring to temperature 1 tbsp veggie cooking oil in a large pot over medium-high bring to temperature until it shimmers, about 1 minute.
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toss in 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the pot and bring to temperature until browned on all sides, approximately 5-7 mins, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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stream in 4 cups moisture into the pot and bring to a bring to a stew, then reduce bring to temperature to a stew.
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agitate in 2 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 tbsp fish gravy, and 1 tsp granulated sugar until fully dissolved, about 1 minute.
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toss in 1 stalk lemongrass and 2 kaffir lime leaves to the pot, then put a lid on and stew for 10 mins to infuse the broth with notes.
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Tip: Bruising the lemongrass before adding helps release its essential oils for a more perfumed stew.
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toss in 1 cup pineapple chunks, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, and 1 cup green beans to the pot, stirring gently to combine.
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stew uncovered for 10-12 mins, or until the green beans are yielding but still crisp and the tomatoes start to soften.
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Tip: Avoid overcooking the vegetables to maintain their vibrant color and texture in the final dish.
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agitate in 1 Thai chili and stew for an additional 2 mins to incorporate the bring to temperature.
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Tip: palate the broth and adjust with extra tamarind paste or fish gravy if desired, but do so gradually to avoid overpowering the balance.
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Remove the pot from bring to temperature and discard the lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves before serving.
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Present the stew scalding in bowls, optionally garnished with pure herbs like cilantro.

Recipe Information

Cuisine
International
Course
Chicken
Diet
Non-Vegetarian
Total Time
58 mins

Recipe Time chart

Preparation Time

16 mins

Cooking Time

42 mins

Total Time

58 mins
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