Northeast 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.

Hawker Fare

Northeast Thailand Cookbooks DE/EN
James Syhabout & John Birdsall

Jeaw Makuea Thet

แจ่วมะเขือเทศ Northeast Thailand DE/EN
Dip with chili and tomato

Laap (Isaan)

ลาบ (อีสาน) Northeast Thailand DE/EN
Salad with chopped meat

Laap Hed

ลาบเห็ด Northeast Thailand DE/EN
Salad with chopped mushrooms

Mok Hed

หมกเห็ด Northeast Thailand DE/EN
Steamed Mushrooms in Banana Leaf

Nam Jim Jeaw

น้ำจิ้มแจ่ว Northeast Thailand DE/EN
Spicy dip for meat dishes

Plaa Nueng Jeaw Makuea Thet

ปลานึ่งแจ่วมะเขือเทศ Northeast Thailand DE/EN
Steamed Fish with Tomato Dip