Amok Trey (fragrant Fish Amok)

Amok Trey is a traditional Cambodian dish made with fragrant fish and a rich, creamy coconut curry. This dish is a staple in Cambodian cuisine and is known for its delicate balance of flavors and aromatic spices.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Cambodian Cambodian Cuisine Fish Dish Coconut Curry
Amok Trey (fragrant Fish Amok)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb white fish fillets, such as cod or tilapia
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon palm sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 kaffir lime leaf, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or banana leaf cups for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together the coconut milk, fish sauce, red curry paste, and palm sugar.
  2. Add the fish fillets to the bowl and marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Place the marinated fish in a banana leaf cup or a small baking dish.
  5. Beat the egg and pour it over the fish.
  6. Top with sliced red bell pepper and kaffir lime leaf.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
  8. Serve the fragrant fish amok in the banana leaf cups or on a plate with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
25g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Banana leaf cups (or small baking dish) Bowl for marinating Baking tray

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl Baking oven

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with steamed jasmine rice and a side of fresh cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For an authentic presentation, serve the fragrant fish amok in banana leaf cups.

Cost

$15