Northeastern Thailand

The northeastern region of Thailand is also known as “Isaan”. The cuisine there is strongly influenced by neighboring Laos, and many inhabitants are ethnically Lao. As the region is quite poor, many people moved to wealthier Central Thailand. They brought with them many dishes that are now considered popular street food classics throughout the country.

Bon Khai Tom

ป่นไข่ต้ม Northern Thailand, Northeastern Thailand
Paste Made from Pounded Eggs

Gaeng Khilek (Isaan)

แกงขี้เหล็ก (อีสาน) Northeastern Thailand
Hearty Soup with Cassia Leaves

Gaeng Paa

แกงป่า Northern Thailand, Northeastern Thailand
Jungle Curry

Hawker Fare

Northeastern Thailand Cookbooks
James Syhabout & John Birdsall

Jim Jum

จิ้มจุ่ม Northeastern Thailand
Thai Hot Pot From Isaan

Khao Niao

ข้าวเหนียว Northeastern Thailand, Northern Thailand
Sticky or Glutinous Rice