Foreigner FriendlyAdventurous
✗VegetarianAdventurous
Spice Level
Price Range40-70 THB
About This Dish
A spicy noodle soup from the Lanna tradition made with a tomato-based broth, pork blood curds, and fermented soybean paste. Topped with crispy pork rinds and served with fresh herbs.
Flavor Profile
The balance of tastes in this dish
Sweet1/5
Sour1/5
Salty2/5
Spicy3/5
Umami2/5
History & Origin
Originated with the Shan (Tai Yai) people of Myanmar and northern Thailand. The dish traveled along mountain trade routes, becoming a beloved staple of Lanna cuisine in Chiang Rai province.
Best Time to Eat
Perfect Pairings
Crispy pork rindsIced Thai tea
Insider Tips
- 1The pork blood curds are essential to the flavor — don't skip them if you're feeling adventurous
- 2Best found at small roadside shops in Chiang Rai rather than fancy restaurants
How to Order
Point and say this to order like a local
Pronunciation:nam ngiao
น้ำเงี้ยว
Say this: Nam Ngiao
Cuisine Region: Northern Thai (Lanna)
Price Range: 40-70 THB
Best Time to Eat: Breakfast or lunch
Where to Try It
The best city to experience this dish
Chiang Rai
The best city to experience this dish
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