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Noodles are essential in Thai cuisine. While they combine with a variety of ingredients, they provide a neutral taste and chewy texture that balances out the spices and flavors in a dish. Become familiar with the most popular types and how they contribute to each meal to figure out which to order at a restaurant.

4 Types of Noodles in Thai Cuisine

1. Bean Thread Noodles

Also known as cellophane noodles, these transparent noodles are made from ground mung beans and develop a light, slippery texture after cooking. You can find them most often in Pad Woon Sen, which is a stir fry of eggs, broccoli, carrots, cabbage, onion, and beansprouts in sauce.

2. Thin Rice Noodles

thai cuisineMade from rice flour and water, these thin noodles are naturally white in color and light in texture. They’re traditionally served in Pad Thai, which stir-fries the noodles with eggs, beansprouts, green onions, and ground peanuts and covers everything in a savory sauce. You can also find these noodles in beef soup with fresh vegetables.

3. Wide Rice Noodles

While these noodles feature a similar base as the thin version, their earthy flavor and slippery texture differentiates them. The most popular way to serve these noodles is in Pad See Ew, which features eggs, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, beansprouts, and green onions in a rich sauce.

4. Egg Noodles

Chefs use egg yolks as the chief ingredient for these noodles, giving them a bright yellow coloring and a boost of protein. They’re often deep-fried in oil before being topped with broccoli, carrots, and a sweet sauce. The slight crisp heightens the taste of the dish.

 

Treat your loved ones to authentic Thai noodles at Thailand Cuisine 2 in Kahului, HI. This locally owned family restaurant uses only the freshest ingredients for their menu. Some of their most popular dishes include Kung Pao Chicken, Pad Thai, and Thai Panang Curry. They also provide a selection of vegetarian food. View their menu on their website, or call (808) 875-0839 to request a reservation.

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