Where to Eat the Best 'Moo Krob' (Crispy Pork) in Bangkok
"Part of the old guard serving up moo krob is Bib Gourmand recipient Guay Jab Mr. Joe. This humble looking shophouse in Thanon Chan opened 50 years ago by an immigrant from mainland China, and over the past three generations, its signature guay jab (rolled rice noodles and offal soup garnished with moo krob) has evolved from a thick soup to a clear peppery broth. The already texturally interesting moo krob pairs well with the tenderness of the noodles and offal, and the heat of the broth adds to the comforting heartiness of the dish. Though famous for its soup, the true star of the menu is the incredibly crisp pork crackling, with many customers ordering a second helping of moo krob alone. Mr. Pong runs his grandfather’s restaurant and estimates that, with only 48 tables, he serves between 500 and 600 customers a day. A Michelin recognition, countless food blogs and decades of word-of-mouth promotion mean that the seats are crowded with locals, travelers and expats alike. Mr. Pong keeps his recipe secret but does divulge that the pork belly is fried Thai-style, though he still categorizes his guay jab as Chinese." - Micaela Marini Higgs
