Gui-tiaw Rua – Pork or Beef Noodles
Delicious Gui-tiaw Rua
Available from many noodle stalls across the city, it’s possible to order this tasty bowl of pork or beef noodles. Both of these types are called “Gui-tiaw rua”.
Originally it comes from Ayutthaya and is made from rice noodles and sweet basil, mixed with the meat of your choice (“Moo” – Pork or “Nua” – Beef), the vendor will usually add cow’s blood or pig’s blood into the piping hot broth.
This is what thickens the broth, adding richness and a dark brown color at the same time. Very meaty tasting, this dish is unique because it comes in very small servings, and is sold very cheaply.
Where to Buy: Vendors, restaurants
Price: 25-40 Baht
Top Tip: Gui-tiaw rua can taste quite sweet, so you might want to add some pepper to neutralize the taste a little.
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