Soi ju

Soi Ju in Isan cuisine is the process of cutting raw meat and organs into bite-sized pieces without having to go through the process of cooking or seasoning. It is popular to eat with bitter Jaew dipping sauce. Varieties include: Tenderloin, Chuck, Liver and Sabai Nang.

History

In the past, cows were raised in large numbers in the Isan region. They were large animals that could be shared among the entire village. Cows have thus become the main food of Isaan people.