Kaeng Khae in Chiang Mai แกงแค
Kaeng khae is a Northern herb curry with little coconut and a lot of local veg. It is a garden plate, not a sweet gaeng.
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Thaiแกงแค · kaeng khae
StyleHerbal, little coconut
RoomHuen Muan Jai
RestWednesday
What it tastes like
- Bitter-herbal, frog or pork if they have it, and a thin broth. It should taste of the garden, not coconut sugar.
How to order it
- Thai name: kaeng khae (แกงแค).
- Say: Khor kaeng khae, khrap/kha.
- Share it. First-timers who want coconut should stay on khao soi.
Typical price
- 2026 cash: 80 to 160 THB.
Where to try it
- Huen Muan Jai, 24 Ratchaphruek Rd, Chang Phueak. 11:00 to 21:00; closed Wednesday. 80 to 160 THB. Inspectors also name the galangal mushroom dip and the snakehead vegetable soup.
Spice level and diet
- Heat: Medium herb heat, not a chili bomb.
- Diet: May include frog, pork, or veg only. Ask.
Next plates
- Back to the Chiang Mai food hub for the neighbourhood rows.
- Use the Northern Lanna page if you want the walk, not a second dish.
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- Gaeng Ho is the nearby order if this plate is done.
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- Bitter?
- Yes, a little. That is the herb. It is not a mistake.
- Vegetarian?
- Ask for the veg pot. Many plates start with meat or frog.