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Pad thai is the national dish of Thailand — stir-fried rice noodles balancing sweet, sour, salty and hot. Our Pad Thai recipe shows how to make it at home, and it is one of 298 authentic Thai recipes waiting below.

The Most Famous Thai Dishes

  1. Pad thai

    Discover Pad Thai, the much-loved noodle dish that captures the soul of Thailand on a single plate! Quick to cook yet bursting with flavour, it weaves together silky rice noodles, …

  2. Som Tam

    Meet Som Tam, Thailand's irresistible green papaya salad and a star of street-side cooking right across the country. Shredded unripe papaya is pounded together with lime, chilli, …

  3. Tom Yum Kai

    Discover Tom Yum Kai, one of Thailand's most celebrated soups and a masterclass in balancing bold flavours. Tender chicken simmers in a fragrant broth scented with lemongrass, …

  4. Mango Sticky Rice

    Discover Mango Sticky Rice, one of Thailand's most beloved sweet treats! This dessert brings together the lush, tropical flavour of ripe mango and sticky glutinous rice steamed and …

  5. Khao Man Gai

    Meet Khao Man Gai, one of Thailand's most comforting plates of food. Tender poached chicken rests on fragrant jasmine rice that has been cooked in the very broth used to gently …

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National Dish Thailand: Jok (Recipe)

Meet Jok, Thailand’s beloved rice porridge and the ultimate bowl of comfort. This silky, slow-cooked congee is a breakfast …

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What is the national dish of Thailand?

The national dish of Thailand is pad thai — stir-fried rice noodles balancing sweet, sour, salty and hot. You will find a step-by-step recipe for it on this page, alongside 297 more authentic Thai recipes.

What food is Thailand famous for?

Beyond pad thai, Thailand is famous for dishes like Som Tam, Tom Yum Kai and Mango Sticky Rice. This page collects 298 authentic Thai recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.