Mu nam tok

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.

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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