Foreigner FriendlyYes
✗VegetarianAdventurous
Spice Level
Price Range30-60 THB
About This Dish
A fragrant grilled pork sausage seasoned with lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and turmeric. Juicy on the inside with a slightly charred exterior from open-flame grilling.
Flavor Profile
The balance of tastes in this dish
Sweet1/5
Sour1/5
Salty2/5
Spicy2/5
Umami2/5
History & Origin
A staple of Lanna cuisine for centuries, sai ua reflects the northern Thai tradition of combining aromatics with pork. Each Chiang Mai family has their own recipe passed down through generations.
Best Time to Eat
Perfect Pairings
Sticky riceNam prik noom chili dip
Insider Tips
- 1Buy it fresh from morning markets — it dries out quickly
- 2The best sai ua has visible pieces of lemongrass and kaffir lime leaf inside
How to Order
Point and say this to order like a local
Pronunciation:sai ooa
ไส้อั่ว
Say this: Sai Ua (Northern Sausage)
Cuisine Region: Northern Thai (Lanna)
Price Range: 30-60 THB
Best Time to Eat: Breakfast or lunch
Where to Try It
The best city to experience this dish
Chiang Mai
The best city to experience this dish
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