Explore Our Thailand Food Tour

Some of the most unique ingredients used in Thai cuisine that you might encounter during a cooking tour in Thailand are:

• Galangal: This root is a member of the ginger family and has a sharp, citrusy flavor that is used in soups and curries.
• Kaffir lime leaves: These fragrant leaves are used to flavor soups, curries, and stir-fries. They have a distinct citrusy aroma that adds a fresh, zesty note to dishes.
• Lemongrass: This tall, grass-like herb has a lemony flavor that is used to infuse soups, curries, and marinades.
• Fish sauce: A pungent, salty sauce made from fermented fish, this is a staple ingredient in Thai cuisine and is used to add umami flavor to dishes.
• Thai basil: This variety of basil has a distinct licorice flavor and is used in stir-fries, curries, and salads.

The most popular street foods that tourists should try during a culinary tour in Thailand are:

• Pad Thai: Perhaps the most famous Thai street food, Pad Thai is a stir-fried noodle dish made with shrimp, tofu, bean sprouts, and tamarind sauce.
• Som Tam: This spicy papaya salad is made with shredded green papaya, tomatoes, chili peppers, fish sauce, and lime juice.
• Satay: These grilled meat skewers are a popular snack and can be made with chicken, pork, beef, or even tofu.
• Mango Sticky Rice: A sweet dessert made with sticky rice, fresh mango, and coconut milk.
• Fried Chicken: Thai fried chicken is a must-try, often marinated in garlic and served with sticky rice and chili sauce.

Seafood is a significant part of Thai cuisine, thanks to the country’s extensive coastline and proximity to the sea. Thai seafood dishes are famous for their bold and complex flavors, and trying them is a must for any seafood lover visiting Thailand.

• Tom Yum Goong: A spicy soup made with shrimp, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, chili peppers, and fish sauce.
• Pla Rad Prik: A fried fish dish served with a spicy sauce made from garlic, chili peppers, and fish sauce.
• Pad Prik King Talay: A stir-fry dish made with seafood, green beans, chili paste, and kaffir lime leaves.
• Hoy Tod: A crispy oyster pancake made with eggs, flour, bean sprouts, and oysters, served with a sweet and sour sauce.
• Grilled Squid: A popular street food snack, often marinated in garlic and served with a spicy dipping sauce.

For a safe Thai Food Tour, tourists should choose clean and hygienic restaurants, stick to bottled water, avoid raw or undercooked food, gradually build up a tolerance to spicy food, and wash their hands frequently to avoid bacteria growth due to the hot and humid climate.