Top 10 Most Unique Street Foods In Cambodia

Cambodian cuisine has been influenced by its geography, different ethnic groups, and foreign countries. Rice and fish are important staples to this diet, as well as many types of fruit

Cambodian cuisine has been influenced by its geography, different ethnic groups, and foreign countries. Rice and fish are important staples to this diet, as well as many types of fruit and vegetables. Unfortunately, many traditional Cambodian recipes were lost when the Khmer Rouge took over in the 1970’s and caused one of the worst famines in modern history. Out of desperation, many Cambodians started eating things that were not traditionally eaten prior to the famine. Many of these foods are still eaten today.

All of these factors have contributed to the wide array of street food options that can be found in Cambodia. Here are the top 10 most unique street foods that I tried there!

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