TAAN THAI Khao Soi Mac & Cheese

What happens when you combine the ultimate Western comfort food with the legendary flavors of Northern Thailand? You get Khao Soi Mac & Cheese.

If you are looking for an easy Thai recipe with a modern, comforting twist, this brilliant fusion is for you. It takes the complex, aromatic coconut curry spices of classic Khao Soi and folds them into a velvety, bubbling cheese sauce. By skipping the traditional flour roux and using a rich cream base, the curry spices shine through beautifully. It’s gooey, a little spicy, completely decadent, and guaranteed to be a massive hit at your next dinner table.

🧂 What You’ll Need

• 200g Macaroni or elbow pasta
• 1 packet TAAN THAI Khao Soi
• 200ml Whole milk + 100ml Heavy whipping cream (Pro-tip: You can substitute this combo with 200ml evaporated milk for an ultra-creamy shortcut!)
• 1 cup Sharp Cheddar cheese (for that classic tang and golden color)
• ½ cup Mozzarella cheese (for the ultimate epic cheese pull)
• The Khao Soi Garnishes: Diced pickled mustard greens, sliced shallots, chopped cilantro or spring onions, and lime wedges.

🍳 How to Make Khao Soi Mac & Cheese

1. Boil the Pasta Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook your macaroni. Chef’s Technique: Cook the pasta just until al dente (still a bit firm to the bite). It will continue to cook and soften once it hits the hot cheese sauce later! Drain and toss lightly with a drop of oil to prevent sticking.

2. The Khao Soi Cheese Sauce Place a deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Pour in your milk and cream, letting it warm up gently (do not let it come to a hard boil). Whisk in your TAAN THAI Khao Soi powder until it dissolves beautifully into the dairy. Let this golden mixture simmer gently until it reduces and thickens slightly.

3. Make it Cheesy Drop the heat down to the absolute lowest setting. Shower in your Cheddar and Mozzarella. Stir continuously until the cheeses melt completely, transforming the curry base into a thick, glossy, velvety sauce. Immediately fold in your cooked macaroni, tossing gently until every single noodle is coated in that golden goodness. Turn off the heat.

4. Assemble and Crisp Transfer your creamy pasta to an oven-safe baking dish or deep bowl. Sprinkle a little extra cheese over the top. To take it to the next level, pop it under the broiler (or use a kitchen blowtorch) until the top is bubbling and forms a gorgeous, golden-brown crust.

Scatter your garnishes—pickled mustard greens, shallots, and cilantro—right over the top or serve them on the side.

✨ The Flavor The sharp, gooey cheese mellows out the warm spices of the Khao Soi, creating an unbelievably rich and savory bite. When you squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and get a crunch from the pickled mustard greens, it cuts right through the richness. It is an absolute masterpiece of contrasting flavors and textures.

🌿 Try It with TAAN THAI Creating a complex curry cheese sauce from scratch takes hours, but with the TAAN THAI Khao Soi Cooking Kit, you get authentic, pre-measured Northern Thai spices that melt perfectly into your dish in minutes.