Num Kong (នំកង) — Cambodian Food Encyclopedia
Ring-shaped fried doughnut made from rice flour — a crispy, sweet morning treat.
What is Num Kong?
Num Kong are ring-shaped doughnuts made from glutinous rice flour, fried until golden and slightly chewy. They're less sweet than Western doughnuts and have a distinctive, slightly dense texture. Often eaten for breakfast alongside Khmer coffee.
- Price range: $0.25–0.50
- Spice level: No spice
- Best cities to try it: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Battambang
- Best eaten warm in the morning with Cambodian iced coffee.
Num Kong
$0.25–0.50នំកង
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Num Kong are ring-shaped doughnuts made from glutinous rice flour, fried until golden and slightly chewy. They're less sweet than Western doughnuts and have a distinctive, slightly dense texture. Often eaten for breakfast alongside Khmer coffee.
Key Ingredients
- glutinous rice flour
- sugar
- sesame seeds
- oil
Where to Find
- morning markets
- street vendors
Best Cities
Phnom PenhSiem ReapBattambang
Dietary Information
✓ vegan✓ vegetarian✓ dairy-free
Insider Tip
Best eaten warm in the morning with Cambodian iced coffee.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best places to find authentic Khmer food are local markets (phsar), family-run roadside restaurants, and traditional Cambodian eateries away from tourist strips. In Phnom Penh, try Orussey Market or Kandal Market. In Siem Reap, the Old Market area and Pub Street's back lanes have many authentic stalls. Ask guesthouses for recommendations — locals always know best.
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