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Nutritional Values
450kcal
30gProtein
40gCarbs
15gFat
3gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
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Kanom Jeen Nam Ngiao
How to order / say it
Say it
ขนมจีนน้ำเงี้ยว — [khanom jean nam ngiao]
Order
I'd like the Kanom Jeen Nam Ngiao, please.
Locally
ขอขนมจีนน้ำเงี้ยว, ครับ/ค่ะ
Say locally
Northern Thai rice noodle curry soup with pork ribs and tomatoes.
Why try it?
Kanom Jeen Nam Ngiao represents northern Thailand's fondness for coriander and tomatoes, offering a dish that combines cultural influences from neighboring Myanmar and China, illustrating Chiang Mai's varied culinary heritage.
How it tastes
Aromatic and slightly spicy with a tangy tomato base, this noodle soup is complemented by tender pork and a backdrop of earthy umami from dried flowers, resulting in a truly unique profile.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Tracing back to the 19th century, this dish was influenced by the Tai Yai people migrating from southern China and is now a cherished staple during northern Thai festivals and gatherings.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 250 g pork ribs
- 🌾 200 g rice noodles
- 🥕 150 g tomatoes
- 🧂 20 g dried red chilies
- 🧄 10 g garlic
- 🥣 15 ml fish sauce
Method
- 1 Boil pork ribs until tender, set aside.
- 2 Make a paste with garlic, chilies, and tomatoes, sauté until fragrant.
- 3 Add paste to broth, simmer with ribs until well combined.
- 4 Serve over rice noodles, garnished with herbs.
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