Khao Soi Islam ) - Best Thai Biryani in Chiang Mai

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When I was in Chiang Mai, my main mission was to eat. Khao Soi Islam ) is a longstanding restaurant in the city, get all the details here: If you've ever heard anything about the food in Chiang Mai, I'm sure you've of a dish known as khao soi. You might have already seen my video about what I think is the best version of the dish in Chiang Mai but there are many restaurants to get the dish. Known for serving one of the most authentic versions, or more shall I say, original versions, I had to pay a visit to Khao Soi Islam. The longstanding Thai Halal restaurant is located just east of Talat Warorot, and just north of the famous Chiang Mai night bazaar. One day for lunch, Ying and I went over to Khao Soi Islam, and though I was mostly expecting to eat their version of khao soi, I was quite happy to discover that they actually serve one of the best versions of Thai biryani that I've ever had in my life. I decided to first order a bowl of khao soi neua, or beef khao soi. My bowl of noodles came quickly, and the soup curry looked quite white, and creamy, not so dark colored like my other favorite bowls of the dish. The noodles were almost spaghetti like, instead of being the wide flat egg noodles, and the whole dish was sprinkled with a big handful of dried crispy fritters on top. Overall, the khao soi neua ) was a little on the plain side - it just didn't have much flavor going on - it was more like noodles in a cream gravy - not bad, but just not overly flavorful. However, I did notice a cup full of fresh roasted chili sauce, known as nam prik pao, on the side of the table, and it smelled amazing. I added a few heaping spoons of the sauce to my khao soi, which dramatically increased the flavor and really enhanced the dish, but it still lacked the spices that I like in a normal bowl of khao soi. Next up I ordered a plate of khao mok neua, Thai beef biryani. I wanted to get the goat version, but unfortunately they had completely sold out of the goat before I arrived, so I had settle for the beef. I'm happy to announce the khao mok neua ) was one of the best versions I've ever had in Thailand. The rice was nicely spiced, and the chunk of beef was stewed and fall apart tender. What I really loved about the biryani at Khao Soi Islam ) was the handful of crispy fried shallots and cilantro tossed on top - that was a beautiful ending tough to give the entire plate some beautiful flavor. Overall, I would say, go to Khao Soi Islam ) for the biryani, and if you're in the mood for a plain dish, you might also sample their khao soi, but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat the khao soi. Address: Thanon Charoenprathet Soi 1, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Date: 2019-08-19

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Comments and reviews: 10

GREATBUMEST
Hi Mark: ) great video as always. I just wanna ask some questions. Have u ever eaten dog meat in Thailand? And how to avoid eating dog meat in Thailand? I wish you will answer me: ) I wanna visit Thailand because I heard their food are so delicous but I wouldn't want to ACCIDENTALLY eat dog meat while trying their street foods: ) thank u btw for always making awesome video. I wish you will come back to India again: ) (not from India btw lol but their food looks so good)
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George Thomas
Hello Mark. It just occurred to me that when I was in the military USAF in 1974 I loved the foods. Street and local places. Have you ever tried the. what we called rice bugs. Have you tried any of that condiment with your foods? I really enjoy your blog and video's.
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EXcellent stuFF
hey mark, i followed you into Khao Soi Islam this evening, and didnt find it any good. I tried the lamb Biryani (which u couldn't) and believe me it smelled awful, but taste was okay. Khao Soi was mild as u informed though.
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Mawar Desa
Hi Mark. i love watching ur videos. n thank you for your Halal food tour. I hope whenever you find Halal food places in countries u go to you cud highlight it in ur vid so that we cud go there when we travel. thanks a lot Mark
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Danny F
Mark, thank you for all of your videos. They inspired me to wanting to try the restaurants you showed in your videos. I was in Chiang Mai during Loy Khratong Festival and tried Khao Soi Islam. The goat biryani I had was excellent
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Herchel Niño I. Baliwas
I have been watching you for awhile now, and I find it funny when you like the food so much, it really shows on your reaction. I like it hahaha very genuine hope I could taste the food that you have eaten.
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kaotaku
I've watched all your videos during the Ramadan fasting period haha. Going all out when Ramadan is over Really love your videos It shows how much you appreciate food and from different cultures. Keep it up
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Larry Song
Both noodle both and rice plate looked so delicious. Excuse my ignorance in history. I didn't know Thai has Muslim culture influence until I have been Thai foods videos and Mark's as well. Thanks Mark.
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Perdomot
The food definitely looked better this time around than the last couple of street food videos. Would it be safe to say that established restaurants are generally better than the street food stalls?
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