WHICH THAI DISH IS HEALTHY TO EAT AT A RESTAURANT IN HONG KONG
                     WHICH THAI DISH IS HEALTHY  TO 
EAT AT A RESTAURANT IN HONG  
KONG?
Healthy food is not delicious – This is a myth and everyone believes it. But this 
blog will get your  understanding right about the food that is healthy and tasty 
at the same time.
Thai food is one that falls under the category of healthy foods without even compromising 
on its taste. So, if  you are a fitness freak individual, you would want to eat healthy not just 
at home but also at a restaurant.
Going out and expecting a healthy meal is next to impossible- this is exactly the thought 
most people carry.  But the truth is you can eat and relish the healthiest and the finger-
licking food that too at a budget-friendly  prices at the best Thai restaurant in Hong Kong
 i.e., Mint and Basil, Tung Chung.
So, Mint and Basil is the place that takes your worry away and gives you not just clean, 
fresh, and healthy food  but also the serene, relaxing ambiance to eat it. Whether you want 
to enjoy your favorite food with your  colleagues, friends, or family, Mint and Basil has got 
you covered.
If you are at a Thai restaurant and you are wanting to eat just healthy and light, then I 
must tell you that you  are at a right place. Why? Because Thai food is the healthiest 
among others- says the science.
So, whether you order Tom, Yam, Tam, or Gaeng, Thai food is the one you will never regret 
ordering at a Thai  restaurant in Hong Kong.
Normally, Thai food falls into four categories i.e., boiled dishes, spicy salads, pounded 
foods, and curries  respectively. Cuisines falling in each of the above categories are 
cooked lightly, therefore the nutrients of  every ingredient is retained, hence it makes 
the food healthy, light, and at the same time delicious.
So, if you are in Hong Kong, Mint and Basil is the place you must visit and order the best 
Thai food ever.
TRADITIONAL THAI FOOD
Thai cuisines are generally healthy and largely cooked using lean proteins, 
vegetables, fresh herbs,  and spices.
Some Thai dishes are also high in refined carbs and may even contain deep-
fried foods, high  amounts of salt, and added sugar. But everything is added in 
perfect quantity giving you all five  Thai flavours; sweet, sour, bitter, and salty.
Now, let’s see the Thai dishes that are healthy and you can order at a Thai 
restaurant.
SOM TUM
This dish tops the list for a reason. Som Tum is a Papaya salad which is a great 
appetizer to a heavy  meal. This dish is healthy and light on stomach. Many Thai 
dishes contain fried or grilled meat so it  is better to start off with something light.
If you are really inclined and wish to eat super healthy, then you can even order 
your papaya salad  with salad rolls or satay.
TOM YUM SOUP
Thai cuisines are generally healthy and 
largely  cooked using lean proteins, 
vegetables, fresh herbs,  and spices.
Some Thai dishes are also high in refined 
carbs and  may even contain deep-fried 
foods, high amounts of  salt, and added sugar. 
But everything is added in  perfect quantity 
giving you all five Thai flavours;  sweet, sour, 
bitter, and salty.
Now, let’s see the Thai dishes that are 
healthy and  you can order at a Thai 
restaurant.
GREEN CURRY
Thai curries are normally made by adding herbs, spices, fish sauce, lots of green 
vegetables, protein  such as tofu. The curries are made from curry paste, coconut 
milk, water, fruits, herbs, and some  aromatic leaves.
Compared to other Thai curries, green curry is very fragrant because it is made from 
herbs, aromatics  in the curry paste. If we compare red Thai curry with the green 
curry, latter is more fragrant, creamy,  sweet, and salty.
Thai curries are really delicious and healthy but at the same time these are also 
really filling. So, you  might not order anything else after it. But you may want to 
save some for the lunch or the next meal.
PHAD THAI
This Thai dish is relatively simple to make and it has nothing negative for your 
health. It is made  with thin rice noodles, eggs, onions, bean sprouts, and fresh 
ground peanuts all mixed in a tamarind  sauce. Each and every ingredient used is 
healthy, really good for those who look forward to eating  healthy at a Thai 
restaurant in Hong Kong.
SATAY
If you get some grilled meat on a stick, you 
can load it  up with protein and also avoid 
oils that usually come  with the fryer.
Satay makes for a great appetizer, 
irrespective of  what it comes with, 
chicken, or prawns.
Satay with a side of Thai ginger green salad 
is a whole  meal in itself. It gives you a well-
balanced meal. So,  this Thai dish also makes 
to the list of healthiest Thai  dishes.
WHAT MAKES THAI MEAL SO HEALTHY?
Thai meal contains a healthy balance of fats, proteins, and carbs. Thai meals also 
feature a variety  of non-starchy vegetables which are a rich source of fiber, 
minerals, and vitamins.
The method of cooking used to make Thai food is exactly what makes the food 
so delicious and  healthy. Other than that, credit goes to the ingredients used in 
almost every Thai cuisine.
THAI INGREDIENTS
TURMERIC
Turmeric is related to the Ginger family. and 
native to  Asia. Around the world, turmeric is 
used in the dried  form and even in Thailand 
it is used in many Thai  dishes.
Turmeric is also an anti-inflammatory agent. 
This  ingredient not only protects platelets 
in the blood  but also improves the blood 
circulation. Not just this,  it also helps in 
fighting bacterial infections.
It is also a powerful antioxidant which 
protects skin  from pimples, acnes, and can 
also speed up the  healing of damaged 
skin.
KAFFIR LIME LEAVES
Kaffir lime leaves also have antioxidant 
properties  which help in purifying the blood. 
It also improves  digestive system and keeps 
the dental and oral health  intact. The kaffir 
lime leaves are the basic flavors that  are 
used in Thai foods.
This plant is also known for cleansing the 
mind and  the body by everting evils. Thai 
dishes are made by  using only fresh herbs 
which are in their natural  forms. This is 
the best part of Thai food.
GARLIC
You name a dish and you will find this 
ingredient in  every Thai cuisine. Infact, not 
just Thai, garlic is used  in every Asian 
cuisine. Garlic is not just used in Thai  
dishes, but in every cuisine around the 
globe.
Just for your kind information, this is to 
add that  China is the top garlic-
producing country, with the  annual 
production of 10 million tones and more.
Garlic offers numerous health benefits like 
it lowers  the blood pressure, cholesterol 
level and regulates  blood sugar levels. It 
has anti-fungal properties, so it  also helps 
in improving the digestive tract, as well as  
boosting up your energy.
CHILIES
Thai dishes are mostly spiced up using 
chilies, both  fresh and dried, depending on 
the dish that is being  prepared.
Just to add some knowledge, chilies originated 
in South  America over 6000 years ago but 
now these are grown  and used worldwide.
Chilies, whether fresh or dried provide great 
health  benefits if eaten. These can clear the 
sinuses and also  alleviate congestion. Chilies 
also help in boosting the  immune system, 
keeps the heart healthy and also helps  in 
fighting inflammation. Red chilies are a good 
source  of vitamin C. These hot and spicy little 
fruits can also act  as a natural pain relief. 
Eating chilies has also been  known to prevent 
blood clots. So, yet, again a great  ingredient 
to cherish in Thai cuisines.
CORIANDER
It is a very common ingredient used not just in 
Thai food  but also in Asian food items. 
Coriander helps in aiding  digestion, improves 
the immune system, and fights  against 
common minor illnesses. Just like other herbs,  
coriander also adds taste to the food items 
besides  enhancing the aroma.
CONCLUSION
Thai food is healthy to eat and there is no doubt about it. Ingredients, the 
method of cooking all  helps in making the food healthy and delicious.
So, if you crave something that is mouth-watering, healthy, light, at the same time 
satisfies not just  your intent but also your tummy, then there nothing can be 
better than Thai food. So, come to Mint  and Basil, the best Thai restaurant in 
Hong Kong.
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