Larb Thod – Thai Flavor Bombs in a Crispy Form
Larb Thod is a Thai kitchen classic with a bit of street food madness. What you may know as larb – the traditional meat salad with mint, chili, and lime – takes on a whole new shape here: fried meatballs. Golden, juicy, and spicy – perfect as a snack, to share, or when you’re craving something that hits like Thai boxing.
What is Larb Thod?
- Ground pork or chicken (or both), seasoned with fresh mint, coriander, chili, and lime juice
- Shaped into bite-sized balls and deep-fried until golden and crispy
- Inside: juicy, intensely aromatic filling that smells like Thailand
What does Larb Thod taste like?
It’s a flavor explosion – spicy, slightly sour, herby, and crispy. A perfect harmony of spices, herbs, and texture. If you love larb, you’ll fall for the fried version even harder.
How do we serve it?
At NiyomThai, we serve our “power balls” with:
- Thai jaew sauce or a sweet and spicy chili dip
- Sticky rice to balance the heat
- Optionally with fresh herbs and a wedge of lime for squeezing
Why should you try Larb Thod?
- It’s a creative twist on a traditional larb dish
- A perfect appetizer or a beer snack
- A popular “finger food” loved all over Thailand
- Tastes great for everyone – think spicy, Thai-style nuggets
👉 You’ll find this dish on our restaurant menu – drop by Poznańska 11 in Warsaw and experience our crispy power balls straight from the wok!
Want to learn more?
If you’d like to explore an authentic recipe for Larb Thod and see how Thai chef Pailin prepares it, check out this guide:
👉 Laab Meatballs ลาบทอด Recipe & Video Tutorial – Hot Thai Kitchen
Larb Thod is more than just a snack – it’s a crispy bite of Thailand’s bold, exciting flavor. Try it and fall in love with our mighty little balls!