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Khanom Jeen Kai

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鸡肉米粉

Khanom Jeen Kai is a classic Thai curry/soup dish. Spice level: 4/5. Key ingredients: ขนมจีนสด, แกงไก่, ถั่วฝักยาว, ผักชี. Learn about this authentic Thai dish — ingredients, flavor, spice level, and how to eat it.

Spice Level
4/5
All images clearly labeled with statusSpicy, aromatic herbs
CategoryCurry/Soup

Main Ingredients

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Allergens

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Origin

Khanom jeen with chicken curry is a traditional dish from central and northern Thailand, originating from the connection between sticky rice and local spice pastes. Particularly during the Ayutthaya period, sticky rice was ground into noodles, which were then cooked with fragrant chicken curry made using authentic Thai spices.

Characteristics and Flavor

The khanom jeen noodles are pure white, soft, and smooth, contrasting beautifully with the golden-yellow chicken curry made from coconut milk and red curry paste. The flavor is well-balanced—medium spiciness, rich sweetness and creaminess from the coconut milk, and aromatic notes of kaffir lime leaves and galangal. The taste is intense yet not overly spicy.

Ingredients

Khanom jeen noodles, boiled or sliced chicken, chicken curry paste, coconut milk, fish sauce, palm sugar, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, parsley, coriander, mung bean sprouts, lime

How to Eat

Place the khanom jeen noodles in a bowl, pour the chicken curry over them, sprinkle with fresh herbs and mung bean sprouts, and dip in lime juice for added tanginess. Serve hot with a spoon and fork, and enjoy immediately after preparation to fully experience the flavors.