Foreigner FriendlyYes
✗VegetarianAdventurous
Spice Level
Price Range60-100 THB
About This Dish
Tender chunks of chicken stir-fried with roasted cashews, dried chilies, onions, and bell peppers in a savory-sweet sauce of oyster and soy sauce. The cashews toast in the wok until golden and crunchy, creating a satisfying textural contrast that makes this one of Thailand's most universally loved dishes.
Flavor Profile
The balance of tastes in this dish
Sweet1/5
Sour1/5
Salty3/5
Spicy1/5
Umami3/5
History & Origin
Thailand is one of the world's largest cashew producers, and this stir-fry was created to showcase the locally grown nut in a universally appealing dish.
Best Time to Eat
Perfect Pairings
Steamed riceLight soup
Insider Tips
- 1The roasted cashews should be golden and crunchy, not soft
- 2One of the best dishes for Thai food beginners due to its mild, crowd-pleasing flavors
How to Order
Point and say this to order like a local
Pronunciation:gai pad med ma-muang
ไก่ผัดเม็ดมะม่วงหิมพานต์
Say this: Gai Pad Med Mamuang (Cashew Chicken)
Cuisine Region: Central Thai
Price Range: 60-100 THB
Best Time to Eat: Lunch or dinner
Where to Try It
The best city to experience this dish
Bangkok
The best city to experience this dish
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