Joanna James
Thailand's largest island, Phuket, has a plethora of captivating tourist attractions. Among them is a tantalising experience in the form of authentic, rich local dishes. Read on to learn about these culinary delights which you can sample during your stay.
Hokkien mee is a Chinese-inspired noodle dish. The dish is particularly well-liked in Phuket, despite being available practically everywhere in Thailand. It is made using egg noodles. Vegetables, pork, and various seafood, such as shrimp and squid, can also be added. Soy sauce flavours this dish which makes a filling meal for lunch or even an evening snack. It is usually topped with a poached egg at street food outlets.
Roti is another delicacy which has been introduced to the country by immigrants. A celebrated meal originating from India, this crispy and flaky flatbread is shredded into bite-sized pieces and served with an aromatic curry and fried egg at many Phuket restaurants. You also get plain, savoury and sweet versions of this dish which has become a favourite among locals and foreigners.
Another dish with strong Chinese influences is moo hong. This delicacy consists of fatty pork belly cuts cooked in a sweet and salty sauce with flavours deriving from garlic, soy sauce, black pepper, and palm sugar. It is a favourite among Peranakans who make up around three-quarters of Phuket’s population. The dish is frequently garnished with coriander leaves and fresh red chillies. This recipe is incredibly simple to prepare but gives maximum flavour.
In Phuket, street food vendors typically serve moo ping with sticky rice (khao niao). They make a delicious combination and the recipe gets its own unique twist according to the place you choose to eat. Making this treat follows the same procedure, though. Garlic, fish sauce, coconut milk, and jaggery are seasoned with pork and grilled over a griddle. Since it is easy to consume as well as extremely delectable, moo ping is a popular breakfast among the locals.
Are you craving more perfectly grilled dishes coupled with an unforgettable ambience? Stop a fine dining place like Age Restaurant Phuket which has recognised that every journey is a search for authenticity and has brought this quality forward in their range of signature dishes. You will be able to feast on a plethora of grilled, roasted or smoked meat and seafood selections including octopus, duck, lamb, chicken and beef here.
An incredibly refreshing way to stay hydrated, o-aew is especially popular during the humid season. Chinese Hokkien settlers introduced this unusual dessert, a jelly made from o-aew seeds and banana starch, to the area. It is garnished with toppings consisting of boiled jackfruit, durian, sweet red beans, shaved ice, and corn cobs. This exceptionally sweet treat has a strong resemblance to mitsumame, a Japanese dessert which is made from agar jelly cubes. The best thing about this local speciality is that it only costs a few bucks.
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