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Rotee Pakse, a must-try delicious flavor when visiting southern Laos

Speaking of southern Laos, many people probably think ofWat Phu Templeor Pakse city filled with Mekong riverside life. But when it comes to street food that mr.hotsia highly recommends without hesitation, it’s “Rotee Pakse.” The rotee here is not just ordinary like back home because it has a unique character that’s hard to find elsewhere.

The first time I traveled from Ubon Ratchathani to Pakse, I intended to find a simple meal before exploring this riverside city. I found a small rotee stall by the road where locals kept coming and going. The aroma of dough baking on a hot charcoal stove immediately made me stop walking.

Why is Pakse Rotee different?

Rotee in Pakse is not just crispy fried dough served with condensed milk as we are familiar with. Here, mr.hotsia found the most unique and delicious rotee that includes banana inside the dough before grilling it on a charcoal stove. The sweet soft banana mixed with thin crispy dough creates a harmonious flavor that made me order another piece. Even more unusual, the stall I visited also sold grilled squid alongside, which grilled on the hot rotee stove is another charm rarely found in Thailand.

The atmosphere of the Pakse rotee stall is simple, a small cart by the roadside not far from the main 14 Market where I once strolled and saw the lively local crowd. Especially in the evening, customers increase because besides sweet rotee, there are also tea and coffee drinks to refresh.

How to get to taste Pakse Rotee

For travelers visiting Champasak or Champasak Province, getting to Pakse is not complicated. I traveled from Ubon Ratchathani by bus fromPakse Bus Station, Ubonwhich takes about three hours. Upon arrival in Pakse, you can take a tuk-tuk or motorbike taxi to the accommodation area and the main 14 Market, a hub for local food and fresh produce.

If you are interested in continuing to explore Champasak town or want to try traveling toPaksongthe coffee city of Laos, not far from Pakse, renting a motorcycle from Pakse town is a good option because you can experience the local atmosphere along the way and stop to taste fresh coffee and beautiful waterfalls in Paksong.

Main 14 Market and Pakse Rotee

After a sweet rotee meal, mr.hotsia likes to stroll aroundMain 14 Marketwhich is the largest market in Pakse. It is full of fresh produce from the Mekong River, including tiny fish and other river fish so fresh you can hardly believe they come from southern Laos.

The market atmosphere is simple, with most vendors being a mix of Vietnamese and Lao people, giving this market a culturally interesting vibe. I often stop to buy local snacks and fresh fruits before returning to my accommodation because it truly feels local.

To deeply know southern Laos, you must visit the market and eat Pakse rotee.

Pakse rotee is not just delicious street food but an experience that connects well with the lifestyle of southern Laos people. When you taste the grilled banana inside the rotee dough with the charcoal stove aroma, you will understand that traveling to southern Laos is not only about Wat Phu Temple or Paksong but also about street food stories waiting for you to discover.

Next time you visit Champasak Province, don’t forget to stop by and try authentic Pakse rotee at a roadside stall. If you are interested in visiting world heritage sites or other natural attractions nearby, try readingTraveling ChampasakorVisiting Wat Phu Templeto plan your trip fully and enjoyably as mr.hotsia has experienced.

For a video introducing the fresh atmosphere of Pakse rotee, mr.hotsia recommends watching here:rotee pakse Rotee PakseGuaranteed you’ll want to get up and try it immediately!