Khanom Krok Talay, or Thai Pancakes with Seafood on Koh Larn (Chonburi, Thailand)

Khanom Krok Talay, or Thai Pancakes with Seafood

at Na Wat Market, Koh Larn, Thailand

Khanom krok talay is a traditional Thai street food dish found mostly on islands and near the coast. I tried these at the Na Wat Market on Koh Larn (Larn Island) just off the coast of Pattaya in Chonburi Province.

"Khanom krok" typically refers to a type of old-fashioned coconut pudding or pancake which is usually eaten as a snack or dessert in Thailand. The pancakes are cooked in a special pan with several tiny cup-shaped indentations into which the coconut batter is poured and cooked.

This dish is similarly called "khanom krok", but it's a bit different. The Thai word "talay" means "seafood", so naturally these Thai pancakes are stuffed full of some of the world's freshest seafood and use a flour-based batter rather than sweet coconut.

 

khanom krok talay, or Thai seafood pancakes, on Koh Larn island, Thailand

Khanom krok talay typically consists of small, round cup-shaped pancakes cooked filled with a mixture of seafood such as shrimp, squid, and mussels, along with various fresh herbs. It's a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, and it's often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer in Thailand.

The khanom krok talay are cooked in front of you and served fresh and piping hot with a drizzle of a mild Thai-style chili sauce for extra flavor.

If you're on the island, don't miss out on this dish - it's not so easy to find in Bangkok!

 

seafood pancakes in a special khanom krok pan

Location

I ordered khanom krok talay at Talad Na Wat, or the Koh Larn Night Market (near Na Baan Pier and Wat Mai Samraan) on Koh Larn. The market is just a short walk from the pier where the ferry arrives and departs.

at the Na Wat Night Market on Koh Larn (Larn Island), Chonburi, Thailand