Southeast Asia is well known among the people from the rest of the world for its rich culture and mouth watering cuisine. The use of aromatic spices and various vegetables makes Southeast Asian cuisine flavourful and delicious.
In Southeast Asia, food is not just a means to survive, but also a way to connect to people and experience local cultures. Food and cooking are closely related to culture and history of a place, as local cuisine heavily relies on materials that are abundantly available and the cooking styles often are inherited from our ancestors. So, let’s dive into the best of Southeast Asian cuisine that you must try on your vacation to Thailand, Vietnam and Singapore.
Thai cuisine is well known in the culinary world for its delicious Pad Thai - the national dish of Thailand. Pad Thai are uniquely done stir fried noodles commonly made with rice noodles and served along with shrimp, scrambled egg and bean sprout. The unique element in this dish is peanuts - to add that extra earthy flavor to an already delicious meal. But Pad Thai is not the only dish from Thailand that will make you feel heaven on your tongue.
Thai Cuisine is actually diverse and balanced in flavors; you can find every flavor including bitter used in Thai cuisine perfectly. So, without further ado, let’s talk about the specific dishes in Thailand that you cannot miss!
Tom Yum Goong is a popular spicy and sour soup in Thailand, originated in the central parts of Thailand. It is a mouthwatering dish with loads of vegetables, shrimp, spices and herbs. It has Thai chillies, galangal, lemongrass, and fresh lime juice along with other spices and herbs to give it its uniquely delicious flavor. It also has another creamier variation, called Tom Khaa, which is made with coconut milk and mushrooms.
When it comes to Thai Cuisine, their curries are a must mention and a must try. Thai Green Curry and Thai Panang Curry are two of the most famous among the locals and the foreigners alike. There are also must try street foods in Thailand such as Thai Fermented Sausages, Thai Style Omelet, Moo Ping, Thai Crispy Pancakes, Thai Chicken Satay and Thai Steamed Curry Fish.
On the sweeter side Thai Red Ruby Dessert and the famous dish mentioned by Deepika Padukone Mango Sticky Rice. You can also try the famous Thai Iced Coffee.
Enjoy these delicious meals in Thailand and enhance your experience of Thai culture.
When anyone mentions Vietnamese food, a delicious noodle dish Pho has made its place in every foodie’s heart. It is a world renowned noodle dish served with beef broth, protein of choice and vegetables. Other than the famous Pho, Vietnamese cuisine has so much more to offer to tourists that will leave them wanting more of this delicious cuisine.
Bánh Mì, a crunchy yet soft savory sandwich is a must try during your stay in Vietnam. Then we have the iconic finger snack - Goi Cuon, which is also called the Vietnamese spring roll, and is uniquely refreshing to the traditional spring rolls. It is served with fish sauce - the favorite condiment of Vietnam as it compliments most of the Vietnamese dishes perfectly.
Vietnam has a lot of noodle dishes, each with its own flavor profile. Other than Pho, there are various other noodle dishes, some of which are:-
If you are in Vietnam, you cannot miss Xoi, Vietnamese styled sticky rice. You can also try Ga Nuong when you are craving some healthy yet delicious chicken dish during your visit in Vietnam. Fried banana fritters is a popular street snack in Vietnam that you can easily get on street markets and is a unique experience on its own.
Speaking of desserts, Chè Bắp, Sữa Chua Nếp Cẩm, and Caramen Hoa Quả are some of the best desserts that one can enjoy in Vietnam. These are the true definition of decadent and dreamy desserts. Also, even though it is a drink, Ca Phe Trung is still categorized as a dessert and it is a unique and delicious experience.
And this is still not all that Vietnamese cuisine has to offer. Visit Vietnam to dive into these delicious dishes and more!
One of the top tourist attractions in the world, Singapore knows how to welcome their guests and keep them happy and satiated. Starting from the Breakfast staple of Singapore - Kaya Toast served with soft boiled eggs is a simple and fulfilling breakfast. Then there is Roti Prata - love child of Singaporean and Indian cuisine.
Listed 35th on the list of most delicious foods, Chilli Crabs cannot be missed in Singapore during your stay in the country. A must try mouthwatering dish that you will remember as one of the best things you have ever had.
There are national dishes of Singapore. Yes dishes as there are two national dishes of Singapore, one official and the other unofficial. Chicken rice and Hainanese Chicken Rice are two of the most popular dishes of Singapore, well loved by the locals and tourists alike.
Talking about Southeast Asian cuisine seems incomplete without noodle and rice, so you can also enjoy Char kway teow (Wok fried noodles), Laksa (the favorite street food of Singapore), Bak Chor Mee (Minced Meat Noodles), Bak Kuh Teh Nasi Padang, Nasi Lemak, and Wanton Mee.
Furthermore, since Singapore is coastal country there are so many varieties of seafood including but not limited to:-
You can also find a variety of meat for satay on the Singapore streets to devour.
There are also so many different desserts that you can discover and enjoy in Singapore such as Ice Cream Sandwiches, Mango Pudding, Ice Kachang, Chendol, Tang Yuan, Orh Nee. You will also find shops that sell the authentic Singaporean delight - Mooncakes. And last but not the least is Durian, which is not a cooked dish but a fruit that is famous worldwide for its uniquely tasty flavor.
Enjoy the best food in Singapore and experience its cultural heritage from its cuisine now.
“Nothing brings people together like good food” - a statement that has aged like fine wine. For ages, food has carried the culture and history of different places within itself and helped people from different places connect.
This is what Beyond Road Tours aim to do as well. Their goal is to connect people from different cultures and help them experience every culture in its essence. They do not just want to accommodate your travels and trips, but also want you to experience every culture to the fullest and enjoy life like it is supposed to be enjoyed.
Travel with Beyond Road Tours, to enjoy delicious cuisines from Thailand, Singapore, and Vietnam and experience their individual cultures to the fullest.
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