Recommended Midnight Snacks After A
Long Day Exploring Thailand
Pad Thai
A classic Thai dish, Pad Thai is a stir-fried noodle dish with rice noodles, tofu or shrimp, eggs, and a tamarind-based sauce, topped with crushed peanuts and a squeeze of lime.
Mango Sticky Rice (Khao Niew Mamuang)
A beloved Thai dessert, mango sticky rice combines sweet mango slices with sticky glutinous rice, drizzled with coconut milk. It’s a refreshing and sweet treat perfect for late-night snacking.
Thai Pancakes (Roti)
Thai-style pancakes, or Roti, are crispy, flaky pancakes often filled with banana and drizzled with condensed milk or Nutella. They are a sweet and satisfying snack found at many night markets.
Grilled Meat Skewers (Moo Ping)
Grilled meat skewers, or Moo Ping, are savory skewers of marinated pork grilled to perfection, served with sticky rice and a spicy dipping sauce.
Som Tum (Papaya Salad)
This spicy green papaya salad is made with shredded papaya, tomatoes, green beans, peanuts, and a tangy dressing of lime juice, fish sauce, and chili. It’s a refreshing and spicy snack.
Thai-Style Fried Chicken (Gai Tod)
Thai-style fried chicken, known as Gai Tod, is crispy, juicy fried chicken seasoned with Thai spices, often served with sticky rice and a sweet chili dipping sauce.
Khao Man Gai (Hainanese Chicken Rice)
Khao Man Gai is poached chicken served with fragrant rice cooked in chicken broth, accompanied by a spicy, tangy sauce and a bowl of clear soup.
Satay
Satay consists of skewered and grilled meat, usually chicken or pork, served with a side of peanut sauce and cucumber salad. The rich flavors of the meat paired with the creamy peanut sauce are delightful.
Thai Iced Tea (Cha Yen)
While not a snack, no late-night food adventure in Thailand is complete without a refreshing Thai iced tea. This sweet and creamy beverage, made with strongly brewed tea, condensed milk, and sugar, is perfect for washing down your midnight snacks.