Trying new food can be an exciting and enriching experience. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or simply looking for a taste of something exotic without leaving your hometown, there’s no shortage of international flavours to explore. Here are five delicious cuisines that are sure to tantalise your taste buds if you haven’t tried them before!
H2: Middle Eastern Food
With its rich history and vibrant culture, Middle Eastern cuisine has something for everyone. From falafel and kebabs to hummus and baklava, Middle Eastern food from Maha is full of flavour and spices that will invigorate your palate. Don’t forget to try some shawarma, a popular dish made with grilled meat rolled up in pita bread.
Vietnamese Food
Vietnamese food is known for its fresh ingredients and bright flavours. Try pho (a soup made with broth, rice noodles, herbs, and meats) or cha gio (a crispy spring roll filled with pork, shrimp, tofu, mushrooms, carrots, and vermicelli noodles). For dessert, try banh flan – a traditional Vietnamese custard!
Japanese Food
Japanese food is as much about the artistry on the plate as it is the taste of the food itself. One of the most popular dishes is sushi (raw fish served over rice), but there’s so much more to explore! Try Takoyaki (deep-fried octopus balls) or ramen (noodles in broth served with vegetables or meats).
Indian Food
Indian food is known for its complex flavours that combine savory spices like ginger, turmeric and coriander with creamier elements like coconut milk or yogurt. Popular dishes include butter chicken (tandoori chicken cooked in a creamy tomato sauce) or samosas (savory pastries filled with potatoes). Finish off your meal with laddoo – traditional sweet treats made from wheat flour.
Thai Food
Thai food offers an exciting combination of sweet, salty and spicy flavours that are sure to please any palate. Sample popular dishes such as pad thai (stir-fried rice noodles) or gaeng keow wan (green curry), or indulge in some khao niaow ma muang (mango sticky rice). Finish off your meal with khanom mo kaeng – steamed dumplings made from coconut milk.
There’s no better way to explore different cultures than through their cuisine!
Next time you’re looking for something new to try out at dinner time, why not give one of these five exotic cuisines a go?
