Foreigner FriendlyYes
✗VegetarianAdventurous
Spice Level
Price Range40-60 THB
About This Dish
Hollow morning glory vines flash-fried with garlic, chili, fermented soybean paste, and oyster sauce in a blazing hot wok. The signature 'fiery wok' technique gives it a smoky char that is impossible to replicate at home.
Flavor Profile
The balance of tastes in this dish
Sweet1/5
Sour1/5
Salty3/5
Spicy2/5
Umami3/5
History & Origin
Morning glory (water spinach) grows abundantly in Thailand's waterways, and this flash-fried preparation is one of the country's most ubiquitous vegetable dishes.
Best Time to Eat
Perfect Pairings
Steamed riceTom yum soup
Insider Tips
- 1The 'fiery wok' technique is what gives it the signature smoky char
- 2Must be eaten immediately -- morning glory does not reheat well
How to Order
Point and say this to order like a local
Pronunciation:pad pak boong
ผัดผักบุ้งไฟแดง
Say this: Pad Pak Boong (Morning Glory Stir-Fry)
Cuisine Region: Central Thai
Price Range: 40-60 THB
Best Time to Eat: Lunch or dinner
Where to Try It
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Bangkok
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