Cambodian Beef Stew
A deeply flavorful, aromatic stew with tender beef, sweet carrots, and green vegetables. Traditionally cooked for hours, now made effortless with the perfect ready-made spice blend.
Slow-Cooked Flavor, Simplified
A great bowl of Kho Ko (Cambodian Beef Stew) is a masterpiece of complex flavors. It usually requires gathering a long list of spices like star anise, cinnamon, and lemongrass, and balancing them perfectly.
What makes this specific ready-made paste so brilliant is its versatility. It can be used for many dishes! You can use it to create amazing Braised Chicken Legs, Braised Vegetables, and even Braised Pak Lov (Pork Offal). But today, our focus is entirely on the ultimate comfort classic: Cambodian Beef Stew (Kho Ko).
By using this paste, the hardest part is already done for you. All you need is a pot, your favorite cut of beef, and a little patience while it simmers to tender perfection. Whether you choose to serve it ladled over hot rice, or with your favorite noodles, this cozy dish will instantly become a comforting favorite.
Whether you choose to serve it ladled over hot rice, or with your favorite noodles, this cozy dish will instantly become a comforting favorite.
Ingredients List
The Core Ingredients
- 500-800g Beef (សាច់គោ), washed and cut into chunks
- 1 packet Kreung Hloung Beef Stew Paste (គ្រឿងខគោ)
- 50g Condensed Milk (ទឹកដោះគោខាប់)
- Cooking Oil
- Water (enough to submerge the meat)
The Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 Carrot, chopped into chunks
- 1 Onion, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- Chinese Broccoli (ខាត់ណា) or preferred green vegetables
- Long Coriander (ជីររណារ) for garnish
Optional Seasonings & Serving
- Chicken seasoning soup (to taste for extra flavor)
- Extra seasoning (salt/sugar) to taste
- Steamed rice or noodles for serving
How to Cook Cambodian Beef Stew
Using a deeper pot rather than a shallow pan is highly recommended since this will become a rich, brothy soup!
Sauté, Coat & Simmer
Heat a little oil in your pot and stir the Hloung Beef Stew Paste until it melts and becomes fragrant. Add the washed beef chunks and stir until fully coated. Pour in enough water to completely submerge the meat, bring it to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer until the meat becomes tender.
Veggies & Seasoning
Once the meat is soft, add your carrots, onions, Chinese broccoli, and 1-2 tablespoons of condensed milk for a rich, velvety broth. If you prefer more flavor or saltiness, you can also stir in a little chicken seasoning soup to taste.
The Final Touch
Let everything simmer for just a little bit longer until the vegetables have softened to your liking. Turn off the heat, garnish with fresh long coriander, and serve immediately over steamed rice or your favorite noodles!
Watch the Process
See exactly how this hearty Cambodian Beef Stew comes together effortlessly in our quick recipe video.
Products Used in This Recipe
Kreung Hloung Beef Stew Paste
គ្រឿងខគោ
An authentic, ready-to-use spice paste that contains all the essential aromatics; like star anise, cinnamon, and lemongrass, needed for a perfect, deeply flavored Kho Ko broth without the hassle.
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