Noodles and Snacks Street side noodle stalls are frequented by rich and poor alike. Eating from street vendors is generally safe for tourists and the food served can be delicious. Soups Thai soups are almost a meal in themselves, particularly when eaten with rice. Meat and Curries Meat is often eaten in the form of a satay , which is made by skewering small pieces of meat onto a bamboo skewer and grilling them over charcoal. These are usually served with peanut sauce and make a delicious starter.
Thai curries are delicious and make one of our favorite meals.
Chilies are the main ingredient, and they come in many different shapes, sizes, colors and degree of hotness. The larger, red ones are generally milder and will be acceptable to most Western palates. In southern Thailand, masaman curry is very popular. Served with chicken or beef and potatoes flavored with cinnamon, cardamoms and peanuts, it's a delicious introduction to Thai food - highly recommended. Being located in the tropics, Thailand has a wonderful array of familiar and not so familiar fruits to sample.