{"id":7465,"date":"2025-09-16T10:05:29","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T03:05:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bababeachclub.com\/lifestyle-travel\/?p=7465"},"modified":"2025-09-16T10:05:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T03:05:29","slug":"must-try-dishes-when-you-travel-to-southern-thailand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bababeachclub.com\/lifestyle-travel\/must-try-dishes-when-you-travel-to-southern-thailand\/","title":{"rendered":"Must-Try Dishes When You Travel to Southern Thailand"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you visit Southern Thailand, it\u2019s not only about the sea and the beautiful sunsets \u2014 it\u2019s also about the food! Southern Thai food is very special, full of flavors, and sometimes a little spicy. Let’s take a look at some dishes you shouldn’t miss.<\/p>\n

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Spicy and Fresh Flavors<\/strong><\/p>\n

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One of the best things about Southern food is the strong taste. Every bite is full of herbs, chili, and fresh ingredients. Many visitors are pleasantly surprised to find that Southern Thai food is very bold and tasty.<\/p>\n

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Dishes You Should Try<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Gaeng Som Tai (<\/strong>\u0e41\u0e01\u0e07\u0e2a\u0e49\u0e21\u0e43\u0e15\u0e49<\/strong> \/ <\/strong>Yellow Sour Curry with Fish)<\/strong> \u2013 A spicy and sour curry with fish and vegetables, bold and refreshing, and loved throughout Southern Thailand.<\/p>\n

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Stir-Fried Shrimp with <\/strong>Sataw<\/strong> (<\/strong>\u0e2a\u0e30\u0e15\u0e2d\u0e1c\u0e31\u0e14\u0e01\u0e38\u0e49\u0e07<\/strong>)<\/strong> \u2013 Stir-fried shrimp with Sataw beans, chili, and shrimp paste. Strong in aroma, rich in flavors, and unforgettable.<\/p>\n

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Moo Hong (<\/strong>\u0e2b\u0e21\u0e39\u0e2e\u0e49\u0e2d\u0e07<\/strong>)<\/strong> \u2013 Phuket-style braised pork belly simmered in soy sauce and spices. Tender, savory, and a true local comfort dish.<\/p>\n

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Khua Kling (<\/strong>\u0e04\u0e31\u0e48\u0e27\u0e01\u0e25\u0e34\u0e49\u0e07<\/strong>)<\/strong> \u2013 A dry curry of minced pork or beef, full of herbs and intense Southern spices. Fiery and flavorful, it\u2019s a local favorite.<\/p>\n

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Khanom Jeen with Tai Pla Curry (<\/strong>\u0e02\u0e19\u0e21\u0e08\u0e35\u0e19\u0e41\u0e01\u0e07\u0e44\u0e15\u0e1b\u0e25\u0e32<\/strong>)<\/strong> \u2013 Soft rice noodles served with spicy fish curry. A dish full of character that captures the essence of Southern Thai cuisine.<\/p>\n

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Where to Try It<\/strong><\/p>\n

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For a luxury dining experience, we recommend Sripanwa Phuket, a renowned seaside resort. One of the highlights here is the restaurant Baba Soul Food<\/strong>, which serves authentic Southern dishes such as Moo Hong (Phuket Style Braised Pork Belly), Goong Pad Kapi Sataw (Stir-fried Sataw beans with shrimp and shrimp paste, a seasonal specialty), Kua Kling Moo (Stir-fried Pork in Red Curry Paste), Gai Pad Na-rok (Stir-fried Chicken in Homemade Paste), Gaeng Poo (Andaman Crab Meat In Yellow Curry), Nam Prik Goong Sod (fresh shrimp chili dip served with vegetables)<\/em><\/p>\n

Open daily from 12 pm \u2013 10 pm<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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