Thailand Guide

Pak Neam in Chiang Mai ผักเหนียง

Pak neam is a bitter Northern leaf, often stir-fried with egg or pork. It is a garden side, not a main.

Chiang Mai60 to 100 THBphak niang Thai food hub
Thaiผักเหนียง · phak niang
TasteBitter leaf
UseSide
SeasonAsk

What it tastes like

  • Bitter-green, garlic, and egg if they scramble it. A beer side. It should taste of the leaf, not only oil.

How to order it

  • Thai name: phak niang (ผักเหนียง).
  • Say: Khor phak niang phat khai, khrap/kha.
  • A side. Order a curry or a dip as the main.

Typical price

  • 2026 cash: 60 to 100 THB.

Where to try it

  • Huen Phen, 112 Ratchamanka Rd, Phra Sing. Lunch and dinner sessions. 60 to 100 THB. Seasonal. If the leaf is out, they will say so.

Spice level and diet

  • Heat: Mild.
  • Diet: Egg version is vegetarian if they skip fish sauce. Ask.

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Common questions

Very bitter?
Yes. That is the leaf. Egg softens it.
Year-round?
No. If they shake their head, order another veg.