With its array of curries and sauces, Thai food is a favorite among spicy food lovers. Various dishes offer different levels of spiciness, making Thai cuisine an appealing option to foodies, regardless of their level of tolerance for hot food. Try any one of the following spicy delicacies to get a taste of Thailand's culinary culture.

Thai Dishes for Spicy Food Lovers

1. Yellow Curry

For a milder level of spiciness, choose yellow curry, which derives its color from yellow chilies and turmeric. Its large amounts of coconut cream and milk, as well as chunks of potatoes and onions, add to its mild, sweet flavor.

2. Pad Ka Pao

Also known as Pad Kra Pao or Pad Gaprao, this is one of the most popular Thai dishes. Thai chili and garlic are sauteed in a hot wok before meat, bell peppers, Thai basil, and other ingredients are added to the mix. 

3. Red Curry

Featuring red chilies and peppercorns as key ingredients, red curry brings out medium-hot spiciness. Bamboo shoots, green beans, and red bell peppers also add flavor to this Thai dish.

3. Green Curry

Although it contains coconut milk that somewhat lightens the heat and adds a sweet flavor to it, green curry is several levels hotter than the previous two meals on this list, so approach with caution if you’re a novice to Thai food. This dish derives its color from a paste of pounded ingredients that include green chilies, cilantro roots (coriander), and basil leaves. 

5. Pad Kee Mao

This dish made from pan-fried noodles, eggs, mixed vegetables, and basil leaves is one of the top spicy recipes in Thailand. Best served with shrimp, pad kee mao can also be combined with chicken, beef, pork, or tofu. Its name means "drunken noodle," as Thai street vendors often market the dish to tipsy revelers.

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