Thailand has a rich culinary tradition, and as a popular tourist destination, many of its traditional dishes are frequently sought after in the West, with Thai curries being a particular favourite around the world.
Historically, Thai food has been highly influenced by Chinese dishes, especially the Szechuan cuisine. India and parts of Europe have also had a small role in creating the unique Thai food that stands out today.
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what is thai food like?
Often, Thai dishes combine elements of sweet, spicy, sour, bitter and salty, all coming together to create delicious dishes.
Popular ingredients in Thai cooking include coconut milk, curry paste and a diverse range of spices that give recipes a flavourful punch.
Thailand is renowned for its mouthwatering curries, with a variety of tasty options, including green, yellow or red Thai Curry.
popular thai dishes
A dish that most people will have heard of - Pad Thai - is a popular dish that can bring a taste of Thailand to your home. It is a noodle stir-fry dish that uses rice noodles, chicken or tofu and sweet and salty sauce. A Pad Thai recipe will be packed full of fragrant flavour from chillies, limes and peanuts to offer a truly delicious dish.
Thai Satay is a popular street food, with skewered pieces of pork, chicken or tofu coated in peanut sauce making a great on-the-go snack.
Soups are also popular in Thailand, with the Chiang Mai Khao Soi Noodle Soup presenting the iconic Thai flavours of lime, chilli and coconut in a flavourful authentic noodle dish.
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In terms of drinks from Thailand, Mogu Mogu drinks are some of the most popular, with these fruit-flavoured beverages being enjoyed all around the world. The addition of chewy nata de coco pieces makes for a unique drinking experience that more and more people are reaching for.
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