Khao Restaurant Presents a Beautifully Crafted Set Menu with 9 Delectable Side Dishes
“Khao Chae” is a delightful Thai delicacy, especially cherished during hot days. This traditional dish is expertly prepared at Khao Michelin, a renowned restaurant that has been honored with a 1-star rating for five consecutive years.
At Khao’s Ekkamai and Wireless Road branches, you can experience the authentic taste of Thai cuisine, particularly “Khao Chae“, meticulously crafted to refresh your palate. This year, Khao Chae is served with an array of 9 delectable side dishes, beautifully presented alongside delicate jasmine-scented rice.
Mr. Toon, the owner of Khao Michelin, ensures that Khao Chae is prepared with utmost care, appointing Chef Toey to oversee its creation. This year’s menu boasts 9 tantalizing side dishes, including crispy fried mullet, adding an extra layer of flavor to this already exquisite dish.
Each year, Khao Michelin introduces a special additional side dish to elevate the dining experience. Previous years featured delicacies such as colorfully stuffed bell peppers with minced chicken or shrimp. This year, crispy fried mullet takes center stage.
Let’s delve into the intricacies of some of the side dishes:
Moo Wan (Sweet Pork): Tender pork is simmered with aromatic Thai herbs and spices, then stir-fried with palm sugar, coconut milk, and fragrant jasmine rice.
Hom Daeng Sai Pla (Stuffed Shallots with Fish): Large shallots are hollowed out and filled with finely ground roasted mackerel, seasoned, and fried until golden brown.
Moo Foy (Sun-Dried Pork): Sun-dried pork belly is boiled, sliced, and then deep-fried until crispy. It is then stir-fried with sugar, imparting a sweet aroma, and garnished with crispy fried shallots.
Hua Chai Pao Pad Wan (Stir-Fried Sweet Baby Corn): Baby corn is sliced and stir-fried with palm sugar and aromatic seasonings until golden brown and caramelized.
Khai Dong Kem (Salted Egg Yolk): Salted egg yolks are coated in a thin layer of batter and deep-fried until crispy on the outside, while remaining creamy on the inside. Khai Kem Chiya (Crispy Salted Fish): Salted fish is deep-fried until crispy, imparting a rich umami flavor to each bite.
Phak Nam (Pickled Vegetables): Fresh cucumber and raw mango are thinly sliced and pickled in a tangy, slightly sweet brine.
Chai Po (Preserved Radish): Radish is finely shredded, mixed with salt, and fermented to create a savory and slightly tangy condiment.
Pla Saimai Tod Krob (Crispy Fried Mullet): Mullet fish is expertly fried until golden and crispy, providing a delightful crunch with every bite.
Accompanied by refreshing raw vegetables such as cucumber, mango, and aromatic herbs, Khao Chae promises a dining experience that is both elegant and satisfying. Indulge in this exquisite culinary tradition at Khao’s Ekkamai or Wireless Road branches, available until May 31st.
For reservations, contact: Ekkamai Branch: 02 381-2575, 098 829-8878, Wireless Road Branch: 087 907 7777, 097 907 7777
Experience the essence of Thai cuisine with Khao Chae, a dish that embodies centuries of tradition and culinary mastery.
