Foreigner FriendlyYes
✗VegetarianAdventurous
Spice Level
Price Range80-120 THB
About This Dish
A vibrant toss of grilled shrimp, squid, and mussels with shallots, lemongrass, mint, and celery in a fiery lime-fish sauce dressing loaded with bird's eye chilies. Eastern Thailand's seaside restaurants pile this onto shared plates meant for scooping with sticky rice, balancing the ocean's sweetness with aggressive heat and tang.
Flavor Profile
The balance of tastes in this dish
Sweet1/5
Sour4/5
Salty2/5
Spicy3/5
Umami2/5
History & Origin
Eastern Thailand's coastal communities created this vibrant seafood salad to showcase the day's freshest catch with bold, tangy dressing.
Best Time to Eat
Perfect Pairings
Sticky riceCold beer
Insider Tips
- 1The seafood should be grilled, not boiled, for the best flavor
- 2Share this dish -- it is designed to be eaten communally
How to Order
Point and say this to order like a local
Pronunciation:yam ta-lay
ยำทะเล
Say this: Yum Talay (Spicy Seafood Salad)
Cuisine Region: Eastern Thai
Price Range: 80-120 THB
Best Time to Eat: Lunch or dinner
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