Foreigner FriendlyAdventurous
✗VegetarianAdventurous
Spice Level
Price Range50-80 THB
About This Dish
A vibrant yellow curry made with turmeric, shrimp paste, and plenty of bird's eye chilies, soured with tamarind or local pineapple and studded with fish and yardlong beans. Southern Thailand's answer to tom yum, it delivers an intense sour-heat combo that makes your eyes water and your tongue dance in equal measure.
Flavor Profile
The balance of tastes in this dish
Sweet1/5
Sour1/5
Salty3/5
Spicy4/5
Umami4/5
History & Origin
Southern Thailand's answer to tom yum, this vibrant yellow curry showcases the region's love of intense sour-heat combinations and fresh turmeric.
Best Time to Eat
Perfect Pairings
Steamed riceOmelet
Insider Tips
- 1This is one of the spiciest southern Thai dishes -- proceed with caution
- 2The sourness from pineapple or tamarind balances the extreme heat
How to Order
Point and say this to order like a local
Pronunciation:geng leuang
แกงเหลือง
Say this: Gaeng Leuang (Yellow Sour Curry)
Cuisine Region: Southern Thai
Price Range: 50-80 THB
Best Time to Eat: Lunch
Where to Try It
The best city to experience this dish
Surat Thani
The best city to experience this dish
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