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Best Sai Ua
in Chiang Mai

Sai Ua is a spicy and herb-heavy pork sausage that reflects the soul of Northern Thai cooking. It is packed with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and red curry paste before grilling. The sausage is cooked over charcoal to impart a distinct smoky flavor to the rich meat. It is usually served sliced into bite-sized pieces with fresh ginger, chilies, and peanuts. Expect to pay a small amount per link at any local market or Lanna restaurant.

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Sai Ua is a spicy and herb-heavy pork sausage that reflects the soul of Northern Thai cooking. It is packed with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and red curry paste before grilling. The sausage is cooked over charcoal to impart a distinct smoky flavor to the rich meat. It is usually served sliced into bite-sized pieces with fresh ginger, chilies, and peanuts. Expect to pay a small amount per link at any local market or Lanna restaurant.

Ranked Sai Ua stops in Chiang Mai

Gao Makham

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A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.
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Queue: Fresh market environment.

Go: 10:00 (While fresh from the grill).

Price: $

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Warorot Market (Kad Luang) - Main Stalls

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.Riverside

Queue: Busy market.

Go: 09:00.

Price: $

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Sai Ua La Wan

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.University Area

Queue: On the main road.

Go: 08:30.

Price: $

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Mae Hia Market - Sai Ua Samonprai

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.South Side

Queue: Fresh market.

Go: 11:00.

Price: $

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Huen Muan Jai

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.Santitham

Queue: Famous Lanna house.

Go: 13:00.

Price: $$

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Kiti Panit

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.Old City

Queue: Teak house.

Go: 19:30.

Price: $$$

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Krua Phech Doi Ngam

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.Mahidol Road

Queue: Large venue.

Go: 19:00.

Price: $$

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Han Teung Chiang Mai

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.University Area

Queue: Garden.

Go: 13:00.

Price: $$

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Tong Tem Toh

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.Nimman

Queue: Popular Nimman spot.

Go: 18:30.

Price: $$

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Siri-Wattana Market

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.North Side

Queue: Modern market.

Go: 16:30.

Price: $

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Somphet Market Stalls

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.Old City

Queue: Moat side.

Go: 08:30.

Price: $

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Krua Lawng Khao

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.Mae Rim

Queue: Difficult — Paddy fields.

Go: 13:30.

Price: $$

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Huan Soontaree

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.Riverside

Queue: Large riverfront venue.

Go: 20:00.

Price: $$$

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Kinlum Kindee

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.San Kamphaeng

Queue: Farm-style.

Go: 12:30.

Price: $$

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Lumdee Te Khuadang

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Verdict: A highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.San Sai

Queue: Traditional.

Go: 13:00.

Price: $$

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