Kuaitiao khua kai

Kuaitiao khua kai is a popular dish originating from Thailand. It is a type of Thai noodle dish that is typically served as a street food in Thailand and other parts of Southeast Asia. The dish is made from wide rice noodles which are stir-fried in rendered chicken fat with chicken, egg, and served on lettuce. A similar dish, Kuaitiao rat na, is made with the same noodles, but is served in a gravy made from stock and thickened with cornstarch.

Ingredients

The main ingredients of Kuaitiao khua kai are wide rice noodles, chicken, egg, and lettuce. The noodles are typically stir-fried in rendered chicken fat, which gives the dish its distinctive flavor. Other ingredients may include garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, and white pepper.

Preparation

To prepare Kuaitiao khua kai, the wide rice noodles are first soaked in water to soften them. They are then stir-fried in a wok with rendered chicken fat. Chicken and garlic are added to the wok and stir-fried until the chicken is cooked. The noodles are then added back into the wok and stir-fried with the chicken. An egg is cracked into the wok and quickly scrambled. The dish is seasoned with fish sauce, soy sauce, and white pepper. The finished dish is served on a bed of lettuce.

Variations

There are several variations of Kuaitiao khua kai. Some versions may include additional ingredients such as prawns, squid, or tofu. In some regions, the dish may be served with a side of vinegar or lime juice for added tanginess.

See also

• Thai cuisine
• Kuaitiao rat na
• Pad Thai
• List of Thai dishes