Wiang Neua Cafe & Restaurant Chiang Saen welcomes you to taste our delicious dishes made from fresh Mekong fish.
The Mekong is Southeast Asia’s longest river, which originated on the Tibetan Plateau, and runs through seven countries, including Thailand, and Chiang Saen is one of its destinations. This river’s richness has made it a haven for several fish species, which have become a staple of local cuisine and a valuable source of nutrition.
Here are some meals made from fresh Mekong River fish that you should try if you want to get a flavor of the local cuisine.
- Pla Nam Khong Sauce Ma Kham: Fried fish from the Mekong that is a dazzling yellow to eat. Topped with a sweet-and-sour tamarind sauce made from freshly squeezed tamarind juice and sweet coconut sugar. Tamarind sauce will improve the fish’s freshness and make it taste even better. As a bonus, it’s packed with protein and nutrients.
- Tom Som Pla Nam Ma Prao: Tom Som means tom yum in the northern dialect. Mekong River Pla Kang fish fillets will be used for this dish. Delightfully delicious with coconut juice and seasoned with sour, salty, sweet, and slightly spicy will create a mellow and distinct flavor.
- Mai Bong Pla Krabok: This meal is Phla Pla Chon (Snakehead Murrel), prepared to be aromatic and tasty with Mai Bong or bamboo cylinder. Aromatic herbs from the locals enhance the dish’s flavor and health benefits, which is a winning combination.
Whether you like to eat fish or not, come to Wieng Nua Restaurant – Chiang Saen and enjoy the mouth-watering and delicious Mekong River fish dishes and various authentic menus. Spanning the miles of the Mekong has never been this good!
