Popular Halal Thai dishes
Disclaimer: Thai food listed below are Thai dishes that can be prepared as Halal. Read more about our Halal Food Disclaimer here.
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Stir-Fries
Thai Dish Name
In English
In Thai
- Gai Pad Khing
- Gai Pad Med Ma Muang
- Gai Pad Prik Gaeng
- Khao Pad
- Pad Kanaa
- Pad Grapow
- Pad Pak Bung
- Pad Pak Ruam
- Pad Pongali
- Pad Preow Wan
- Pad Thai
- Pad See Ew
- Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry
- Stir-Fried Chicken with Cashew Nuts
- Stir-Fried Chicken with Curry Paste
- Fried Rice
- Chinese Broccoli Stir-Fry
- Thai Basil Stir-Fry
- Morning Glory Stir-Fry
- Mixed Veggies Stir-Fry
- Crab and Curry Stir-Fry
- Sweet and Sour Veggies Stir-Fry
- Stir-Fried Noodles
- Stir-Fried Noodles with Soy Sauce
- ไก่ผัดขิง
- ไก่ผัดเม็ดมะม่วง
- ไก่ผัดพริกแกง
- เข้าผัด
- ผัดคะน้า
- ผัดกระเพรา
- ผัดผักบุ้ง
- ผัดผักรวม
- ผัดผงกะหรี่
- ผัดเปรี้ยวหวาน
- ผัดไท
- ผัดซีอิ๊ว
Thai Dish Name
In English
- Gai Pad Khing
- Gai Pad Med MaMuang
- Gai Pad Prik Gaeng
- Khao Pad
- Pad Kanaa
- Pad Grapow
- Pad Pak Bung
- Pad Pak Ruam
- Pad Pongali
- Pad Preow Wan
- Pad Thai
- Pad See Ew
- Chicken Ginger Stir-Fry
- Chicken Stir-Fry Cashews
- Chicken Stir-Fry Curry
- Fried Rice
- Chinese Broccoli Stir-Fry
- Thai Basil Stir-Fry
- Morning Glory Stir-Fry
- Mixed Veggies Stir-Fry
- Crab & Curry Stir-Fry
- Sweet Sour Veggies Stir-Fry
- Stir-Fried Noodles
- Stir-Fried Noodle Soy Sauce
Thai Stir-Fries are typically eaten together with white rice, excluding Stir-Fries dishes that already have rice in them.
Deep-Fried
Thai Deep-Fried dishes are usually eaten with Sticky Rice. However, eating it with plain white rice is also fine. For Tod Man Pla and Tod Man Goong, no rice is necessary. They are typically eaten along with a chili dipping sauce and freshly cut cucumber.
Soup
Thai Dish Name
In English
In Thai
- Gaeng Liang
- Khao Tom
- Kway Teow Gaeng
- Kway Teow Nam Sai
- Soup Nua
- Tom Kha Gai
- Tom Yum Goong
- Tom/Gaeng Yuud
- Shrimp Veggie Soup
- Rice Soup
- Thai Curry Noodle Soup
- Thai Noodle Soup (clear broth)
- Beef Soup
- Chicken Coconut Milk Soup
- Spicy Shrimp Soup
- Chinese Cabbage Glass Noodle Soup
- แกงเลียง
- ข้าวต้ม
- ก๋วยเตี๋ยวแกง
- ก๋วยเตี๋ยวน้ำใส
- ซุปเนื้อ
- ต้มข่าไก่
- ต้มยำกุ้ง
- ต้มจืด
Thai Soups that do not contain rice or noodles in the dish, are commonly eaten along with steamed white rice.
Curry
Thai Dish Name
In English
In Thai
- Gaeng Daeng
- Gaeng Keow Wan
- Gaeng Massaman
- Gaeng Som
- Gaeng Som Cha-Om Goong
- Gaeng Tai Pla
- Khao Soi
- Red Curry
- Green Curry
- Massaman Curry
- Southern Spicy Sour Soup
- Central Spicy Sour Soup with omelet
- Fish Intestine Curry
- Northern Curry Noodle Soup
- แกงแดง
- แกงเขียวหวาน
- แกงมัสมั่น
- แกงส้ม
- แกงส้มชะอม
- แกงไตปลา
- ข้าวซอย
Thai curries are always consumed along with steamed rice with the exception of Khao Soi, since the dish contains noodles.
Grilled
Grilled Thai dishes are eaten together with Sticky Rice. However, eating it with steamed rice is also fine, though, Sticky Rice is mostly preferred.
Salad (Yum and Tam)
Thai Salad dishes are eaten along with Sticky Rice. However, eating it with steamed rice is also fine, though, Sticky Rice is mostly preferred. Except for with Yum Wonsen since it contains noodle. Dishes like Som Tam are also commonly eaten with Nua Yang or Gai Yang.
Steamed
Ha Mok and Pla Nung Manao is usually eaten with white steamed rice. Kanom Jeeb and Salapao are eaten as snacks and as is.
Translation
- Pad - stir fried
- Tod - deep fried
- Yang - grilled
- Tom - boiled
- Gaeng - curry
- Nung - steamed
- Khao - rice
- Prik - chili
- Gai - chicken
- Pla - fish
- Nua (Woah) - beef
- Goong - shrimp
- Aow - want
- Krap - please, yes (for men)
- Kha - please, yes (for women)
You can ask to add or change meats at most Thai restaurants by saying: [dish name] + [choice of meat]
E.g. "Gaeng Keow Wan Gai", "Pad Grapow Nua", "Pad Thai Goong"
To order food in Thai you can say: "Aow" + [dish name] + "Krap" (for men) or "Kha" (for women)
E.g. "Aow Gaeng Keow Wan Gai Krap", "Aow Pad Grapow Nua Kha"
Khao Mok Gai (Thai Chicken Biryani) – One of the popular Halal Thai dishes
Massaman Gai (Chicken Massaman Curry) – Other popular Halal Thai dishes
Thai food is famous for its incredible mix of flavors, aromas, and textures. It’s all about fresh herbs and spices like ginger, lemongrass, and chili peppers that make each dish unique and delicious. They say that Thai cuisine is a symphony of tastes – sweet, sour, spicy, salty, and bitter – that harmonize perfectly.
What sets Thai and Halal Thai food apart is the focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients. You’ll find a colorful variety of veggies, herbs, and proteins on your plate, served with steaming hot rice. From classic soups and curries to stir-fries and noodle dishes, there’s something for everyone. And if you’re a meat lover, you’ll love the grilled and fried meats that are staples of Halal Thai cuisine.
Thai food has a long and fascinating history dating back to the 13th century, when Thailand was known as Siam. Its unique position at the crossroads of China, India, and Southeast Asia has influenced its culinary traditions over time. Buddhism, which favors plant-based proteins and veggies, has had a significant impact on Thai food. And the sizable Muslim population in the southern region has introduced halal ingredients and dishes like Massaman curry, a heavenly blend of beef and potatoes.
Nowadays, Thai and Halal Thai food are beloved all over the world. People from all walks of life appreciate the fantastic flavors and the use of fresh, nutritious ingredients. Whether you’re enjoying Thai food at a restaurant or cooking it at home, you’re sure to be blown away by its mouth-watering taste and healthy appeal.
Pad Thai – A popular Thai dish
Som Tam (Papaya Salad) – A Northeastern Thai dish