Stuffed Frog (កង្កែបបាប) — Cambodian Food Encyclopedia
Whole frogs stuffed with minced pork and spices, then grilled — a countryside delicacy.
What is Stuffed Frog?
Whole frogs stuffed with minced pork and spices, then grilled — a countryside delicacy.
- Price range: $2–5
- Spice level: Mild
- Best cities to try it: Battambang, Kampong Cham, Siem Reap countryside
- Most available during the rainy season (June-October). The meat tastes similar to chicken.
Stuffed Frog
$2–5កង្កែបបាប
🗺️ Regional Specialtiesdinner🌶️ Mild
Stuffed frogs are a rustic Cambodian delicacy, especially in rural areas during the rainy season when frogs are abundant. Whole frogs are cleaned and stuffed with a mixture of minced pork, garlic, peppercorns, and spices, then grilled over charcoal. The meat is tender and mild, similar to chicken. While unusual for Western visitors, it's a genuine and delicious part of Cambodian food culture.
Key Ingredients
- frog
- minced pork
- garlic
- pepper
- lemongrass
- fish sauce
Where to Find
- countryside restaurants
- rural markets
- some city restaurants
Best Cities
Dietary Information
✓ gluten-free✓ dairy-free
Insider Tip
Most available during the rainy season (June-October). The meat tastes similar to chicken.
Frequently Asked Questions
Stuffed Frog is typically made with frog, minced pork, garlic, pepper, lemongrass and fish sauce.
Stuffed Frog has a spice level of "Mild".
The listed price range for Stuffed Frog is $2–5.
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