Krabi province on the Andaman Sea is a relatively new resort in Thailand. Local residents have not yet adapted to the tastes of tourists from different parts of the world, so when you come here, you can enjoy true Thai dishes.
Features of the cuisine of Thailand and the resort of Krabi
Thai cuisine is one of the attractions of this Asian country that attracts tourists. At the same time, each province has its own peculiarities of cooking. Among the population of Krabi are Muslims and Buddhists. The cuisines of these confessions are strikingly different, but both are amazingly tasty! Do not be afraid to experiment - feel free to try even the most unusual dishes and enjoy!
There are many comfortable restaurants in Krabi where you can enjoy not only food, but also beautiful scenery.
In this coastal area, tourists can try the freshest seafood - shrimp, squid, oysters, various types of fish. Chilled fruit smoothies help fight the tropical heat - you can find them everywhere.
Where to eat in Krabi
In Thailand, there is no shortage of places where there is something to eat - no matter if a tourist needs a snack or a full meal. There are three options for catering establishments.
1. Street food is the cheapest option. Vendors move along city streets and beaches, offering their goods. One dish will cost you 40-70 baht.
2. Establishments "for tourists". Restaurants and cafes for different tastes and budgets are located along the beaches and not far from the hotels. Here are presented both Thai and Indian, Chinese, European cuisines. Price tags are close to European ones, but if you move away from the coast, you can save money.
For visitors who do not want to experiment, the usual "fast foods" are presented - McDonald's, Starbucks, Burger King, Fuji. Their prices are unreasonably high, which, however, does not affect the flow of customers.
3. Establishments "for their own". You can find them mainly away from tourist trails and walking streets. Identification marks - cheap plastic furniture and a mobile kitchen standing nearby. The cost of lunch is much lower than on the coast, but the cuisine is only local - shrimp soup, fried rice, noodles. If you are confused by the unsightly surroundings, order a takeaway dish.
In "Big C" and "Tesco Lotus" you can eat at the food court. There you will find delicious, inexpensive, mild, moderately spicy and even diet food.
Dishes that have become the "calling card" of the resort
Even if you prefer only the usual food, there are several dishes in Krabi that are a must try!
If you prefer spicy, generously spiced food, Tom Yum Kung Shrimp Soup is for you! This soup is literally the symbol of the resort. The difference from the usual throughout Thailand Tom Yum in the addition of coconut milk. Local chefs have changed the recipe especially for tourists.
If your stomach isn't ready for spiciness, there are plenty of options. Pad Thai - noodles fried with sprouted soybeans and peanuts. Tom Kha Kai is a chicken soup made with coconut milk so beloved by Thais. Khao-Ka-Mu - pork knuckle cooked in soy sauce with spices. Massaman Curry (Muslim cuisine) - curry with chicken and stewed vegetables, generously poured with coconut milk. Rice fried in oil with egg and spices according to local recipes is common.
Gourmets who decide to try the exotic should try insects and larvae fried in oil (similar dishes can be found at street vendors). Despite stereotypes, the Thais themselves are reluctant to eat this kind of food, preferring chicken or pork meat. This exotic is mainly for tourists. It should be noted that not everyone will like the delicacy - the insects are very fatty, do not crunch, and the chitinous cover has to be chewed for a very long time.
Krabi, like all of Thailand, is a paradise for food lovers. No one will go hungry here - there is always the opportunity to enjoy not only authentic, but also European, American, Chinese, Indian cuisines.
