How to pronounce Khao mok kai

Khao mok kai is written ข้าวหมกไก่ where it comes from. In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /kʰâːw mòk kàj/. In plain English letters that is kow MOK GUY, with the stress on the syllable in capitals. There is no recording by a native speaker yet, so use the spelling and the IPA.

What is Khao mok kai?

Khao mok kai is a rice dish of Thailand. Where it comes from: Southern Thailand. People usually eat it at lunch or dinner. Its main ingredients are chicken and rice. It tastes rich and savory.

Where Khao mok kai comes from

Khao mok kai is one of 35 signature dishes of Thailand on this map.

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