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Grilled Beef with Nam Tok Sauce

เนื้อย่างน้ำตก

炭烤牛肉配Nam Tok汁

Grilled Beef with Nam Tok Sauce is a classic Thai curry/soup dish. Spice level: 5/5. Key ingredients: beef sirloin, nam tok sauce, chilies, shallots. Learn about this authentic Thai dish — ingredients, flavor, spice level, and how to eat it.

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

Main Ingredients

beef sirloinnam tok saucechiliesshallotsmint
Allergens

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Origin

Nam Tok Grilled Meat is a beloved dish that originated in northern Thailand, particularly in Chiang Mai and Lamphun provinces. It was traditionally prepared by various hill tribes for feasts and festivals. Over time, it spread throughout the country and became a distinctive regional specialty.

Characteristics and Flavor

Nam Tok grilled meat features meat grilled to perfection—crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside—with a fragrant aroma from the charcoal. It is served with a tangy, spicy, salty-sweet Nam Tok dipping sauce that blends flavors harmoniously. The scent of galangal, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves enhances its overall appeal.

Ingredients

Beef or pork, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, fish sauce, lime juice, granulated sugar, bird’s eye chilies, garlic, vegetable oil

How to Eat

Serve hot with steamed rice and fresh vegetables such as coriander, green onions, tomatoes, and long beans. Cut the meat into small pieces using a spoon or knife, then dip into the sauce or enjoy with rice.