Dish
Mu nam tok
Waterfall Pork Salad
Mu nam tok is made by grilling pork and slicing it thinly. The pork is then mixed with a spicy dressing made from lime juice, fish sauce, chili peppers, and roasted rice powder. The salad is then garnished with fresh herbs such as mint and cilantro. This dish is gluten-free and can be made vegan by substituting the pork with tofu or mushrooms.
Origins and history
Mu nam tok originated in northeastern Thailand and is a popular dish in Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries.
Dietary considerations
Gluten-free, can be made vegan
Variations
There are many variations of mu nam tok, including mu nam tok nuea (made with beef) and mu nam tok pla (made with fish).
Presentation and garnishing
Mu nam tok is traditionally served on a bed of lettuce and garnished with fresh herbs and lime wedges.
Tips & Tricks
To make the salad less spicy, remove the seeds from the chili peppers.
Side-dishes
Mu nam tok is often served with sticky rice and a side of vegetables such as cucumber and lettuce.
Drink pairings
Thai iced tea or beer
Delicious Mu nam tok recipes
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