Question

How has Buddhism affected Thai food?

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation: Thailand is known for its amazing balance of sweet, sour, bitter, and salty flavors often finished with aromatic herbs. Thai food has been influenced by many cultures including India, China and Portugal. ... Thailand has a substantial Buddhist community which has impacted their cuisine as well.

The Thais have incorporated these influences into their cuisine for centuries to create their own unique dishes. Being a large agricultural country, the food of Thailand is both regional and seasonal. For example, in the Isaan region there is an abundance of bitter herbs paired with pungent dipping sauces and sticky rice. In the south, on the other hand, there are more sweet curries and seafood paired with Jasmine rice.