Thai Salads & Dips

Looking for a quick, healthy, and incredibly flavorful meal? This Spicy Isan-Style Rice Bowl is a modern, vegetarian twist on the traditional Thai Larb. It combines the punchy, acidic, and spicy notes of Northeastern Thai cuisine with wholesome ingredients, making it the perfect nutrient-packed lunch or dinner. By using sautéed mushrooms or plant-based protein instead of meat, we keep the dish light yet deeply satisfying. Let’s get cooking!

Nam Prik Aong is arguably one of the most loved dishes from Northern Thailand (Lanna). Known for its beautiful red color, mild spice, and a perfect sweet-and-sour balance, this tomato-based chili dip is a staple in every Lanna household. Unlike many other Thai chili dips, Nam Prik Aong is not extremely spicy. It is cooked with minced meat (or a plant-based alternative) and plenty of tomatoes, creating a thick, rich texture that goes perfectly with hot sticky rice and fresh ve

If you have ever visited Chiang Mai, you have surely encountered Nam Prik Noom. This smoky, savory, and mildly spicy green chili dip is the heart and soul of Northern Thai (Lanna) cuisine. Unlike central Thai dips, Nam Prik Noom relies on the natural sweetness and char of roasted long green chilies, combined with roasted garlic and shallots. It is traditionally served with crispy pork rinds (Kaeb Moo) and a variety of fresh or parboiled vegetables.

Larb is one of the most famous spicy salads in Thai cuisine. Originating from the Northeastern region (Isan), this dish is defined by its bold, tangy, and spicy profile, combined with the signature crunch and nuttiness of Khao Khua (homemade roasted rice powder). Whether you are preparing the classic chicken or pork Larb, or a clean and flavorful plant-based version using mushrooms or soy protein, the secret to an authentic Larb is freshly roasting your own rice. Let's make i

Yum Woon Sen (Glass Noodle Salad) is one of Thailand’s most beloved salads. It is light, vibrant, and packed with a perfect balance of spicy, sour, and savory flavors. What makes it so special is the texture of the glass noodles, which soak up all the tangy lime dressing and spicy aromatics. Whether you are looking for a protein-packed meal with minced meat and shrimp or a clean, plant-based vegan version, this recipe is incredibly versatile and easy to make at home.

If you want to taste the true vibrant energy of Thai street food, look no further than Som Tum (Green Papaya Salad). This iconic dish is a masterclass in balancing Thailand’s four core flavors: sour, sweet, salty, and spicy. Made by pounding fresh ingredients in a traditional clay mortar, the bruised green papaya absorbs the tangy lime and savory dressing perfectly. Here is how to make an authentic Som Tum that tastes exactly like what you would find in the bustling markets o