Foreigner FriendlyYes
✗VegetarianAdventurous
Spice Level
Price Range60-100 THB
About This Dish
Thick slices of pork neck marinated in garlic, coriander root, and oyster sauce, grilled over charcoal until the edges caramelize and the interior stays juicy and tender. The cut's natural marbling makes it exceptionally flavorful, served with a jaew dipping sauce of roasted chili, fish sauce, and lime.
Flavor Profile
The balance of tastes in this dish
Sweet2/5
Sour1/5
Salty2/5
Spicy2/5
Umami3/5
History & Origin
Pork neck was once a cheap, overlooked cut that Isan grill masters transformed into one of Thailand's most sought-after dishes through charcoal mastery.
Best Time to Eat
Perfect Pairings
Jaew dipping sauceSticky rice
Insider Tips
- 1Pork neck has the perfect fat-to-meat ratio -- do not trim anything
- 2The jaew sauce is essential, never skip it
How to Order
Point and say this to order like a local
Pronunciation:kor moo yang
คอหมูย่าง
Say this: Khor Mu Yang (Isan Grilled Pork Neck)
Cuisine Region: Isan (Northeastern)
Price Range: 60-100 THB
Best Time to Eat: Dinner or with drinks
Where to Try It
The best city to experience this dish
Udon Thani
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