Sai ua
Sai ua is Chiang Mai's coiled pork sausage fragrant with red curry paste, lemongrass, makrut lime leaf and herbs. Grilling releases the spice paste into the meat's juices.
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How do you make Sai ua?
Sai ua uses 8 ingredients and 5 clear steps. Allow 1 hour 30 minutes; the recipe yields 8 servings. Check off ingredients and steps as you cook.
Ingredients & Preparation steps
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Sai ua is Chiang Mai's coiled pork sausage fragrant with red curry paste, lemongrass, makrut lime leaf and herbs. Grilling releases the spice paste into the meat's juices.
5 steps
Soak and rinse casings according to the supplier's instructions.
Mix pork thoroughly with curry paste, lemongrass, lime leaf, coriander, spring onion and seasoning.
Fry a small test piece, adjust salt and sweetness, then stuff the casing loosely.
Form a coil and prick visible air pockets with a clean needle.
Grill over medium-low heat, turning often, until browned and the centre reaches a safe temperature.
Slice and serve with sticky rice, fresh cabbage, cucumber and chilli dip.
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