It is becoming increasingly popular for people to opt for vegan or vegetarian food as they are conscious of their food choice impacting our environment. Some people choose to change their diet periodically, while others prefer it full-time, and Thailand is an excellent country for a variety of choices when it comes to food for these diets. When you visit Thailand, you will not have to suffer from choosing between garlic bread, tofu, or salad for your meals, as there is plenty of options available for the vegetarian and vegan diet. Below are some of the different foods you can enjoy when you visit Thailand that is healthy, friendly for the environment, and delicious.
Some Things To Avoid
You will want to avoid some foods in Thailand if you are a vegan, as there are often animal products in a lot of foods that you may not be aware of before trying them. Many sweet drinks will contain milk, so if you are avoiding dairy, you will want to avoid these. Many dishes are also cooked in fish sauce, which is okay for vegetarians but not for vegans. If you are eating at a street stall and order a vegan dish, it is often cooked in the same pan as other meals, so you may also wish to avoid eating at these locations. You can get plenty of tips about staying vegan when travelling in Thailand by clicking here.
A Wide Variety Of Vegan & Vegetarian Dishes
Thailand has many dishes suitable for vegans and vegetarians, and there are also plenty of other cuisines on offer and not only Thai food. Indian food has many options that will be suitable, and Middle Eastern food has lots of choices from which you can choose. Whether you are looking for a vegan pasta sauce dish, or something hot and spicy, some of the most popular dishes are as follows:
- Laab Jay (Vegan Laab)
- Gang Jay (Vegetarian Curry)
- Pad Phak (Stir-Fried Vegetables)
- Pad Thai (Thai Stir-Fried Noodles)
- Som Tum (Papaya Salad)
- Tao Hoo Song Kreung (Mixed Tofu)
- Pak Boong (Morning Glory)
It will also assist you if you can learn some of the Thai language before you arrive in Thailand, and there are many resources available for free online that can help you with this. You can also download apps for your phone to translate for you and help you decipher the menus you come across, even if they are written in Thai. Whether you are vegan, vegetarian, or you like some meat occasionally, there is plenty of delicious food available when you visit Thailand, whatever your preference is.
