When it comes to Thai food in Nashua, NH, noodles are a cuisine staple. From favorite dishes like Pad Thai to a variety of noodle soups, nearly every authentic Thai dish incorporates a variation of the noodle. At Giant of Siam, we love cooking and sharing authentic family recipes with our customers. With this in mind and noodles being such an intricate part of our cuisine, we’re taking the time to explore the most common types of noodles.

Cooking Techniques

When you think of noodles in many cuisines, you think of traditional wheat pasta boiled in water and served hot. However, when it comes to Thai food, there are several options. Choosing which type of noodle and cooking method is best depends on the recipe. Whether deep-fried, incorporated in a stir-fry, or boiled in broth for soup, how you prepare your noodle significantly alters the result of your dish.

Let’s Talk Noodles

Okay, it’s time to get to the good stuff, the noodle. Below you will find a brief overview of some of the most common types of Thai noodles and how they are used:

• Sen lek: Otherwise known as the rice noodle, this noodle is one of the most commonly used in Thailand and the United States. Preparation generally takes form in boiling water. Served hot or cold, fried, steamed, or in broth, this noodle is the perfect addition to nearly every authentic Thai dish.
• Sen mee: Another rice noodle, sen mee is the smallest, most tender noodle that is soaked and then boiled.
• Sen yai: This broad, flat rice noodle has a velvety texture. Perfect for stir fry and soup, sen yai is served freshly steamed or quickly boiled in a pork broth that has simmered for hours.
• Ba mee: Created from wheat flour, this common noodle is also called the egg noodle. Served dry or with soup stock, ba mee is one of Thailand’s most common noodle dishes.
• Woon sen: Called the glass noodle, woon sen is created from bean thread and is the go-to for any stir-fry. Light in flavor, glass noodles allow the authentic flair of Thai flavors to take front and center.

 

The most popular Thai noodle dishes.

• Yam Wun Sen is a traditional glass noodle salad. With a crunchy texture and refreshing flavors, the combination of noodles, garlic, cilantro, chili peppers, shrimp, peanuts, and lime juice provides an excellent summer meal.
• Mee Krob: If texture is your thing, this is one dish you’ll want to try. The combination of crispy fried noodles tossed in sweet and sour, lime and fish sauce provide an unforgettable experience. Topped with vegetables and your protein of choice, this is the perfect dish any time of the year.
• Pad Thai: Thailand’s national dish, this flavorful stir-fry comes in several variations sure to satisfy any appetite.

When it comes to the best Thai food in Nashua, NH, Giant of Siam is the place to be! Our chefs work hard to prepare authentic recipes passed through generations of family.

Visit us today in downtown Nashua to experience the best Thai food in New Hampshire!