Exploring Authentic Thai Flavors: Must-Try Dishes at Thai on Rock
For a dining experience that will surely entice the palate straight to the land of Siam, look no further than Thai on Rock. Our restaurant dedicates itself to serving authentic Thai cuisine in Scarborough, ON, by way of traditional recipes, fresh produce, and an indescribable love for the culture itself. In this blog, we’re excited to present to you our must-try dishes, the colorful forefront of the vibrant balanced flavors of real Thai food, so you know what to order on your next visit!
Why Authentic Thai Cuisine Stands Out
Thai is widely celebrated for its sweet-and-sour-heart-salty-hot-umami balancing act. Each dish serves a burst of taste and aroma, often introducing fresh herbs, such as lemongrass, basil, and kaffir lime leaves, plus bold spices like chili and galangal. We preserve the integrity of Thai cooking methods and source high-quality ingredients from local suppliers and directly from Thailand.
To serve an honest dining experience where we celebrate Thai culinary heritage right here in Scarborough.
Palate-Exciting Appetizers
No good Thai meal would start without some great appetizers. Thai Spring Rolls, of classic appeal, offer a crisp bite of a savory stuffing of clear noodles, vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Served with our house-made sweet chili sauce, these spring rolls are the perfect way to lighten the mood for the rest of the meal.
Then, you must try Tom Yum. This hot and sour soup from Thailand is a blend of ginger notes and subtle acidity from lime. Smelling flavors of lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal bamboo, mushrooms, and a choice of shrimp, chicken, or tofu, the soup will surely refresh and uplift your spirit and stomach in preparation for the balance of flavors to come ahead.
Signature Thai Dishes You Can’t Miss
Exploration for the taste buds complete with experience-there is no stopping when it comes to the Pad Thai-the best levels in Scarborough! Rice noodles stir-fried in tamarind sauce with egg, bean sprouts, green onions, tofu, and crushed peanuts-our Pad Thai is fully customizable with poached chicken, beef, shrimp, or just tofu for a totally different feel about this sweet, salty, and tangy classic.
The Green Curry is, thus, the next star dish for all the curry aficionados. With house-made green curry paste and creamy coconut milk, bamboo shoots, bell peppers, Thai eggplants, and fresh basil all come together in wonderful contrast with hot spiciness amid rich, aromatic sauce; you choose protein, chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu, and be one with the soul of authentic Thai cooking.
Another super-flavorful option is our Pad Kra Pao (Basil Stir-Fry), a commonly sold Thai street food. We stir-fry your choice of meat or tofu with fresh chili, garlic, bell peppers, green beans, and holy basil; served with steamed jasmine rice. The spicy, savory flavor is a big favorite with our customers.
Fresh and Flavorful Thai Salads
Our Papaya Salad (Som Tum) is a refreshing fireball on the mouth. Shredded green papaya is mixed with cherry tomatoes, green beans, carrots, peanuts, and lime dressing. Each mouthful has this very familiar contrast of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy that is truly Thai.
If looking for a salad on the lighter side, we’d recommend our Larb Salad, made with minced chicken or beef, lime juice, fish sauce, chili flakes, mint leaves, red onions, and roasted rice powder, a salad that is bright, spicy, and tangy for those that love bold flavors.
Irresistible Thai Rice and Noodles
For a heavier meal, do try our Pineapple Fried Rice – a highly visual dish with jasmine rice, juicy pineapple, cashew nuts, raisins, mixed vegetables, and the gentlest hint of curry powder. It comes in a carved-out pineapple shell to make it downright pretty and delicious.
For comfort, our Pad See Ew: it is stir-fried wide rice noodles with Chinese broccoli, egg, and your choice of protein, all combined with a savory soy-based seasoning. It’s smoky with wok-charred flavor, and totally stands out in the menu.
Traditional Thai Desserts to End Your Meal
There isn’t much else to be said because dessert at Thai on Rock means everything. Mango Sticky Rice is available with perfectly ripe mango, warm sweet sticky rice, and drenched in rich coconut sauce-the true comfort ending for your dinner.
For those sweet yet crunchy souls, the ultimate star is the Fried Banana. Crispy caramelized bananas served alongside coconut or vanilla ice cream, making that sweet warm ending to your meal.
Experience Authentic Thai Cuisine at Thai on Rock
At Thai on Rock, we like to describe our menu as its journey through the plethora and depth of Thai culinary traditions. From zingy soups, fresh salads, steaming hot stir-fries, fragrant curries, every dish is prepared with care and love. Whether you’re dining in, ordering takeout, or celebrating a special occasion, join us in discovering the must-try dishes that have made Thai on Rock a local favorite in Scarborough, ON.
Isn’t it time to make your culinary journey? Meet us at Thai on Rock and feel the very authentic taste of Thailand right here in Scarborough!