Foreigner FriendlyYes
✗VegetarianAdventurous
Spice Level
Price Range50-70 THB
About This Dish
A rustic, herb-forward soup packed with dill, Thai basil, sawtooth coriander, and tender pieces of pork or chicken simmered in a light broth with eggplant and mushrooms. Unlike southern curries, this dish lets the fresh herbs shine without heavy coconut milk, creating a clean, aromatic bowl that northern Thais crave year-round.
Flavor Profile
The balance of tastes in this dish
Sweet1/5
Sour3/5
Salty3/5
Spicy2/5
Umami4/5
History & Origin
A rustic village soup that showcases the northern Thai philosophy of letting fresh herbs lead the flavor, contrasting with the heavy coconut-based curries of the south.
Best Time to Eat
Perfect Pairings
Sticky riceGrilled pork
Insider Tips
- 1The abundance of fresh herbs makes this northern Thailand's healthiest soup
- 2Dill is the secret ingredient that gives it a unique northern character
How to Order
Point and say this to order like a local
Pronunciation:geng oom
แกงอ่อม
Say this: Gaeng Oom (Northern Herb Soup)
Cuisine Region: Northern Thai (Lanna)
Price Range: 50-70 THB
Best Time to Eat: Dinner
Where to Try It
The best city to experience this dish
Chiang Mai
The best city to experience this dish
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