After the holidays, it seems like a long time before they will come again. We go through the new year and into the spring and summer months. Then fall comes around, and suddenly, the holidays are upon us once again! They creep up upon us like a spider in the night, and then the franticness and the panic hits us.
The first major holiday is Thanksgiving, which is traditionally a time where family and friends get together, watch some football, and eat a lot of food. Food is the focus of the holiday, and seasonal favorites include turkey, dressing, and pumpkin pie. However, if you are looking for something different for a change, why not try Thai food for Thanksgiving? Thai food is healthy, great-tasting, and filling. Plus, it’s easy to make and sure to please even the most discerning palette. Twist on Thai Cafe is the best Thai restaurant in Hopatcong. We serve up your favorite Thai food, from Koa Pad and Spicy Thai Basil to more traditional fare, such as soups, salads, and desserts. In this blog post, we’ll go over how to plan a Thai food Thanksgiving that your whole family will be sure to enjoy (and you never know — you could start a whole new Thanksgiving tradition!). Visit us today!
HOW TO PREPARE THAI FOOD FOR THANKSGIVING
Sub Out the Turkey
Turkeys are not popular in Thailand, especially since they are not native. A great way to bring the flavor of Thailand to your home on Thanksgiving Day is to serve a meat that is traditional in Thailand. Beef, chicken, beef, pork, and duck. Water buffalo is even served in Thailand for dishes. Add in traditional sauces and spices, such as tamarind sauce and Thai basil and Asian pennywort, for a more Thai food feel.
Sub in Yams for Potatoes
Yams are big in Thailand, in addition to sweet potatoes. Yams can be served either fried or baked, although the baked version is the healthier version. Purple yams are also popular in Thailand and Southeast Asia. Throw in carrots for a more traditional Thai cuisine.
Sub in Curry for Gravy
Curry is a staple of Thai food. There are many types of curries, with one of the most popular being the green chicken curry. Made from green chili paste, bamboo shoots, and a whole host of other ingredients, green chicken curry would be perfect as your Thanksgiving gravy. Green curry goes great with rice as well instead of potatoes as well.
Sub in Golden Banana with Ice Cream for Dessert
Pumpkin pie is a staple on most Thanksgiving dessert lists. While pumpkin pie and whip cream is a perfect end to your Thanksgiving meal, try some deep fried bananas and ice cream, which is a very popular dessert in Thailand. Sold by street vendors and made at homes, you are sure to delight in this sweet treat after your Thanksgiving meal.
CHOOSE TWIST ON THAI CAFE IN HOPATCONG FOR ALL YOUR THAI FOOD NEEDS
Twist on Thai Cafe in Hopatcong offers scrumptious, wholesome Thai food for the whole family. We are open for lunch and dinner. You can also bring your own beer! Stop in today!
