What Fish amok is
Steamed fish curry in coconut milk, served in a banana leaf.
Fish amok is listed as a dish in the Cambodia guide, where the index tags it seafood and rice-based. The index uses those labels to make an unfamiliar menu legible. What it cannot tell you is how this particular kitchen seasons, fries or plates the dish, so leave room to ask.
Where to find Fish amok
Fish amok is listed as nationwide rather than tied to one city, so it is a safe thing to look for wherever you land in Cambodia. Markets and casual counters are the best value; the sit-down restaurant version is usually larger and more expensive.
The Cambodia guide also covers 7 dishes and 2 bakery items; open the country page for the full menu and the other places in the index.
What it costs
Fish amok sits in the mid-range band, which we define as roughly US$8–20. Across the 9 food entries we track for Cambodia, 7 are budget, 2 are mid-range and 0 are premium.
| Band | Typical range | Items | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | usually under US$8 | 7 | Kuy teav, Num pang, Samlor kako |
| Mid-range | roughly US$8–20 | 2 | Fish amok, Lok lak |
| Premium | usually US$20 and up | 0 | — |
Within this list, Fish amok is one of 7 dish entries and 2 mid-range items; 2 items share the seafood tag.
Dietary notes
- Seafood tag: fish or shellfish is part of the dish. Mention allergies clearly and ask about shared fryers.
How to order it
- Rice is the base of the plate. Ask whether it is included or charged separately, and whether refills are free.
- Ask for the price before ordering, especially where the menu lists market price or sells by weight.
Pair it with
These are the Cambodia items that make most sense alongside Fish amok, either as a second course or as the drink that finishes the meal.
Closest matches on the menu
These Cambodia items share the most tags with Fish amok, so they are the most useful comparisons for flavour, price and preparation.
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Fish amok: common questions
What is Fish amok?
Steamed fish curry in coconut milk, served in a banana leaf. It is listed in the TasteBridge Cambodia guide as a dish.
How much does Fish amok cost in Cambodia?
Expect the mid-range band: roughly US$8–20. Prices move with the city and the venue, so treat this as a planning figure rather than a fixed menu price.
Is Fish amok vegetarian?
Fish amok is not tagged vegetarian in our data. Ask before ordering if you avoid meat, fish or animal fats; the recipe can vary by kitchen.
Where can I try Fish amok?
Our index lists it across Cambodia, so it is not tied to one address. Ask locally which version is served at breakfast, lunch or late evening, because the same name can cover different presentations.
Indexed as dish for Cambodia. Price bands are planning estimates, not live menu prices. Last reviewed 2026-11-06.