Noodle-based dishes have their roots in Chinese cuisine, brought to different parts of the world by Chinese immigrants and adapted into unique local variations. Among Thailand’s most distinctive and delicious noodle dishes is “Sukhothai Noodles.”

 

If you visit Sukhothai, the first capital of Siam, you must try this iconic dish. While the exact origin of Sukhothai Noodles is unclear, it is believed that noodle culture flourished wherever Chinese communities settled. During World War II, when food shortages were common, the Thai government encouraged people to eat noodles, as they were simple to prepare and could be made with locally available ingredients. This period saw the rise of numerous noodle recipes, including the famous Pad Thai and Sukhothai Noodles.

 

The signature element of Sukhothai Noodles is the use of soft, chewy rice noodles, typically in a dry preparation with a light, flavorful broth. The sauce combines fish sauce, lime juice, and palm sugar, creating a harmonious balance of salty, tangy, and sweet flavors.

 

Lime juice, often sourced from high-quality limes, adds a fragrant and zesty acidity, while palm sugar provides a richer, more aromatic sweetness than regular sugar. These two ingredients elevate the dish, giving it its distinctive taste and aroma.

 

Toppings typically include marinated pork slices, minced pork, pork offal, and small pieces of salted radish for a burst of umami. Crushed peanuts add a nutty fragrance, and the key highlight—diagonally sliced long beans—offers a refreshing crunch in every bite.

 

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Sukhothai Noodles can be found throughout Sukhothai town, particularly along Jarod Withithong Road, the main route leading from the city center to Sukhothai Historical Park.

 

Jay Hae Sukhothai Noodles

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Ta Puy Noodle

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Ton Kraji Noodle

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Mai Klang Krung

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