Grilled Squid (មឹកអាំង) — Cambodian Food Encyclopedia
Whole squid charcoal-grilled and served with lime and pepper dipping sauce.
What is Grilled Squid?
Whole squid charcoal-grilled and served with lime and pepper dipping sauce.
- Price range: $2–6
- Spice level: No spice
- Best cities to try it: Sihanoukville, Kep, Kampot, Phnom Penh
- Best enjoyed at seaside restaurants where the squid is freshly caught. Don't overcook — it gets rubbery.
Grilled Squid
$2–6មឹកអាំង
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Fresh whole squid is scored, marinated lightly with garlic and fish sauce, then grilled over hot charcoal until slightly charred and tender. Served with a tangy lime, salt, and Kampot pepper dipping sauce. The charcoal imparts a wonderful smoky flavor that pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of fresh squid. A staple at coastal restaurants and night markets.
Key Ingredients
- whole squid
- garlic
- fish sauce
- lime
- Kampot pepper
- salt
Where to Find
- coastal restaurants
- night markets
- beach stalls
Best Cities
Dietary Information
✓ gluten-free✓ dairy-free✓ pescatarian
Insider Tip
Best enjoyed at seaside restaurants where the squid is freshly caught. Don't overcook — it gets rubbery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Grilled Squid is typically made with whole squid, garlic, fish sauce, lime, Kampot pepper and salt.
Grilled Squid has a spice level of "No spice".
The listed price range for Grilled Squid is $2–6.
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