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Sai ua sausage
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A plate of grilled sai ua
Course Sausage
Place of origin Mainland Southeast Asia
Region or state Southeast Asia
specifically Northern Thailand and Northeastern Burma
Associated national cuisine Myanmar and Thailand
Main ingredients Pork, red curry paste

Sai ua (Thai: ไส้อั่ว) is a yummy grilled sausage. It comes from northern Thailand and northeastern Burma. You might also hear it called "northern Thai sausage" or "Chiang Mai sausage."

This special sausage is very popular. It is a common food in Thailand's northern provinces. People all over Thailand love it too! The name Sai ua comes from Thai words. Sai means "intestine" and ua means "to stuff."

What's in Sai Ua?

Sai ua is made with minced pork meat. It also has many tasty ingredients. These include different herbs and spices. A special red curry paste called kaeng khua is also added. This mix gives the sausage its unique flavor.

How is Sai Ua Eaten?

People usually eat Sai ua grilled. It often comes with sticky rice. It can be part of a meal with other dishes. Sometimes, it's served as a snack or a starter.

In the past, families often made Sai ua at home. Today, you can easily find it in shops. This makes it simple for everyone to enjoy this delicious sausage.

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