1. Pla Pao – Thai Grilled Fish with Salt
A thick layer of salt covers the entire fish, keeping the meat inside moist and juicy throughout the grilling process. (Photo: ปลาทับทิม)
One of the most typical dishes at the floating markets in Bangkok that you cannot miss is pla pao, the famous Thai grilled salted fish. This dish is available at many stalls at Khlong Lat Mayom floating market and has become a favorite choice of tourists every time they visit.
Pla pao is usually made from snakehead fish, tilapia or sea bass. The fish is cleaned, marinated with a special salt seasoning and then grilled on a charcoal grill until golden brown, giving off a fragrant aroma. When enjoying, you will feel the softness and freshness of the fish meat, combined with a special Thai spicy and sour sauce. Add some green vegetables and seafood sauce and you have a perfect meal. Price: about 250 baht (equivalent to 157,000 VND) for a fish.
2. Goong Ob Woonsen – Grilled shrimp with vermicelli
Goong Ob Woonsen – Thai style seafood vermicelli, usually prepared in a clay pot. (Photo: Collected)
At the floating markets in Bangkok, if you are a fan of shrimp, you cannot miss goong ob Woonsen – grilled shrimp with vermicelli, a delicious dish that easily pleases food lovers. This dish has a rich flavor, combining fresh shrimp and vermicelli stir-fried with garlic, ginger, pepper, and a little special Thai spices.
The vermicelli is mixed with spicy sauce, when eaten, the sweetness of the shrimp is combined with the softness of the vermicelli, creating a wonderful harmony. Not only that, this dish also impresses with the perfect balance between spicy, sour and sweet. A portion of Goong Ob Woonsen usually costs about 150 baht (95,000 VND).
3. Gai Galae – Grilled chicken with special BBQ sauce
Although coconut milk is often greasy and can be easily greasy, because this is a grilled dish, these chicken skewers are not greasy at all, but on the contrary, the aroma is even more attractive. (Photo: iStock)
If you’ve tried many grilled chicken dishes, gai galae in Bangkok’s floating markets will definitely bring you a different experience. This grilled chicken dish originates from Southern Thailand and is marinated in a special BBQ sauce made from coconut milk and dried chillies, giving it a unique spicy and fatty taste.
In particular, the grilled gai galae chicken has a crispy, fragrant golden outer layer, while the meat inside is extremely soft and sweet. This dish is usually sold for only about 25 baht (16,000 VND) for a portion. If you love spicy, fatty and rich dishes, don't miss this dish when visiting Bangkok's floating market!
4. Mini Pineapple – Dessert from Chiang Rai
Tiny pineapple has a sweet taste and attractive aroma. (Photo: Collected)
After a rich and fatty meal, you can soothe your taste buds with a refreshing dessert – small pineapples. This dish is a specialty from Chiang Rai and is sold a lot in the floating markets in Bangkok. The pineapples here are naturally sweet, crunchy and fragrant, with the stem still intact, easy to hold and eat.
The special thing about this small pineapple dish is that it not only has a sweet and cool taste, but it is also very convenient for you to take away. A small portion of pineapple costs only about 40 baht (25,000 VND), very suitable to end your meal at the floating market.
5. Khao Lam – Sticky rice grilled in bamboo tubes
Khao Lam is a snack but it helps fill you up very effectively. (Photo: Collected)
Finally, a perfect snack to take home from Bangkok’s floating markets is khao lam – sticky rice mixed with sugar and coconut milk, then stuffed into bamboo tubes and grilled. The grilling process in the bamboo allows the sticky rice to absorb all the flavors, making it soft, fragrant and rich. Not only is this dish delicious, but it also has a unique flavor that you will hardly find anywhere else.
Khao lam is a simple but very attractive dish, especially on chilly afternoons. You can bring it home as a gift or enjoy it right away. Each tube of khao lam rice costs about 40 baht (25,000 VND).
When visiting the floating markets in Bangkok, you will not only experience the bustling, vibrant atmosphere but also enjoy delicious dishes at the Bangkok floating markets, imbued with the culinary culture of Thailand. From delicious grilled salted fish, grilled shrimp with vermicelli, grilled chicken to desserts such as small pineapples and grilled sticky rice, all are dishes you must try at least once in your life when coming to Bangkok .
When traveling to Thailand, don't forget to visit the floating markets in Bangkok to experience these wonderful dishes. You will definitely have a memorable trip!
Source : https://www.vietravel.com/vn/am-thuc-kham-pha/mon-ngon-o-cho-noi-bangkok-v16619.aspx
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