What Thai food is vegan?

Som tam jay, Pad pak ruam, Green curry (vegan paste), Mango sticky rice are naturally plant-based or easily made so.

What hidden animal ingredients are common in Thai food?

Fish sauce, Oyster sauce, Shrimp paste, Dried shrimp.

Vegan by cuisine

Vegan thai food

Short answer

Som tam jay, Pad pak ruam, Green curry (vegan paste) are naturally plant-based or easily made so. Say 'jay' (เจ) for strictly vegan; 'mangsawirat' is vegetarian and may include egg and dairy.

Naturally vegan dishes

Som tam jay
Pad pak ruam
Green curry (vegan paste)
Mango sticky rice

Hidden animal ingredients

Fish sauce
Oyster sauce
Shrimp paste
Dried shrimp

How to order vegan thai food

Say 'jay' (เจ) for strictly vegan; 'mangsawirat' is vegetarian and may include egg and dairy.

Say this: "Gin jay" (I eat vegan).

Frequently asked questions

What Thai food is vegan?: Som tam jay, Pad pak ruam, Green curry (vegan paste), Mango sticky rice are naturally plant-based or easily made so.
What hidden animal ingredients are common in Thai food?: Fish sauce, Oyster sauce, Shrimp paste, Dried shrimp.
How do I order vegan at a Thai restaurant?: Say 'jay' (เจ) for strictly vegan; 'mangsawirat' is vegetarian and may include egg and dairy.
What phrase should I use?: "Gin jay" (I eat vegan).

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