Khao Man Gai – Steamed Chicken with Rice and Soybean Sauce

Khao Man Gai

This is another popular dish that you’ll see on many street corners and sidewalks around Bangkok. Called “Khao man gai”, basically it’s just chicken with rice, but the way it’s prepared proves to make it taste delicious.

The chicken is slowly steamed while the rice is boiled along with chicken fat to give it a tasty, oily texture. Slices of chicken are served on top of the rice, along with a rich, dark brown sauce made from soybean sauce, dark soy, chilies and ginger. An inspiring taste.

Spicy? Yes a bit!

Where to Buy: Street vendors

Price: 30-40 Baht

Eat With: Chicken bone soup and cucumber

Top Tip: For a more Westernized taste, try the version that comes with fried chicken and a sweeter, less spicy sauce