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    Pork and Rice

    Bai Sach Chrouk

    4.7៛4k – ៛10kFind this at dawn near street corners; the scent of charcoal smoke and grilling meat is the surest signal you've found the right spot.
    Annie Do
    Overview

    Thinly sliced, marinated grilled pork served over hot jasmine rice.

    Slices of pork are marinated in coconut milk or garlic, then charcoal-grilled until caramelized. Served over fluffy rice, it is finished with pickled vegetables and a fresh herb broth.
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    What's in it

    • Steamed rice
    • Pork slices
    • Garlic
    • Soy sauce or fish sauce
    • Palm sugar
    • Cucumber
    • Pickled vegetables
    • Light pork broth
    • Fried shallots
    When to eat

    Best moments to enjoy it

    BreakfastMorning

    Find this at dawn near street corners; the scent of charcoal smoke and grilling meat is the surest signal you've found the right spot.

    The story

    Origin & history

    The quintessential Cambodian breakfast. It represents the local tradition of starting the day with a hearty, protein-rich meal sourced from fresh morning market ingredients.

    At the stall

    How to order & pay

    Ordering

    Ask for "Bai Sach Chrouk" and request an extra "pong tea" (egg) if you want it served fried or scrambled.

    Paying

    Cash only in ៛; this is a true local street meal, so have small bills ready for the exact change.

    Good to know

    Allergens, nutrition & health

    Allergens

    Soy, garlic.

    Nutrition & benefits

    A substantial, energy-dense morning meal providing steady fuel for a full day of travel or temple trekking.

    Health notes

    Always look for high-heat charcoal grills and high-turnover stalls, which ensure the pork is freshly cooked and safe for consumption.

    How to eat it

    Mix the pickled cucumber and daikon radish into your rice to cut the richness of the pork. Don't skip the small bowl of clear herb broth. It's meant to be sipped alongside to cleanse the palate.