Thai grilled bananas
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A popular Thai snack made by grilling bananas, often served with a sweet coconut-based sauce.
Thai grilled bananas
A Thai street snack of bananas grilled over heat until fragrant and lightly caramelized.
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กล้วยปิ้งราดน้ำกะทิอร่อยมาก klûay pîŋ râat náam kathí arɔ̀ɔy mâak Grilled bananas topped with coconut sauce are delicious. กล้วยปิ้งราดน้ำกะทิอร่อยมาก details
Learning notes
Explanation
The name combines กล้วย “banana” with ปิ้ง “to grill or roast directly over heat.” The bananas may be grilled whole, cut into pieces, or flattened. They are also commonly served with a sweet coconut-based sauce. The counter depends on how they are sold: หนึ่งชุด means “one serving or set,” while หนึ่งไม้ means “one skewer.”
Usage
This word is commonly seen at markets, street stalls, and snack shops. It is used when ordering the food, discussing food preferences, or introducing Thai street desserts.
Caution
Do not confuse it with กล้วยทอด, which is deep-fried banana. ปิ้ง refers to grilling or roasting over heat rather than frying in oil.