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With a vast array of global restaurants in Hong Kong, foodies often find it challenging to choose just one cuisine. However, there is one flavour profile that unites them all: spiciness. From the fiery curries of India to the tongue-tingling sensations of Hunan-style dishes, each culture offers its own unique interpretation of heat. If you’re ready to dig into some piping hot plates, keep reading to find global restaurants accredited under the Quality Tourism Services (QTS) Scheme, which recognises merchants in the city that consistently deliver high product quality and service standards.
Mrs Hunan
Head to Kowloon City to dine at Mrs Hunan, one of Hong Kong’s authentic Hunan-style restaurants that plates up rustic fiery fare that’ll make you work up a sweat. Diners can expect to enjoy generous portions of classic Hunan dishes created with traditional culinary skills, such as steamed large fish heads with marinated red and yellow peppers. Can’t handle the spice? Mrs Hunan allows you to choose between three intensities for all their spicy dishes, or you can opt for a wide variety of non-spicy dishes like fried rice vermicelli or steamed egg custard to keep the heat at bay.
Mue Mue
Experience elevated takes on traditional Thai dishes at Mue Mue in Mira Place. This casual dining venue is decked out with ivory white decor and tropical plants, creating a lush, tranquil oasis for all diners to relax in. No Thai meal would be complete without tom yum kung, and Mue Mue’s version of the dish is not to be missed. This rich soup is made with a flavourful river prawn and fish broth, accentuated by aromatics like galangal, lemongrass and chillies that give the soup its signature kick. If you can’t handle the heat, Mue Mue’s whiskey red bean ice fleecy is a must-try beverage. This whiskey-based cocktail includes coconut milk, red beans, coconut meat and brown sugar ice cream, soothing your taste buds and enhancing your dining experience.
Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant
Escape the hustle and bustle of East Tsim Sha Tsui and drop into Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant. This humble family-style eatery may have a simple interior, but the real star of the show here is the array of flavour-packed dishes that will undoubtedly leave you craving for more. Signature menu items at Sangeetha include tantalising Andhra chilli paneer, sizzling paneer tikka, spicy ghee dosa crepe, and flaky paratha infused with spicy chilli paste served with yoghurt raita. Health-conscious diners will find navigating the menu a breeze, as everything here is vegetarian-friendly, with an impressive selection of vegan and dairy-free options available.
Spice
Knutsford Terrace in Tsim Sha Tsui is home to many international restaurants, including the Indian restaurant Spice. Here, diners can try dishes made with authentic aromatics and spices like ginger, horseradish and chillies, among others. Start with delectable bites like potato and chicken-filled samosas, aloo tiki paapdi chaat covered in chickpea gravy and crispy onion bhajiya. For mains, Spice whips up curries of varying spice levels. Order mild options such as chicken tikka masala or butter chicken, or challenge your taste buds with fiery plates like prawn vindaloo and chilli paneer. Pair your curries with chilled mango lassi or indulge in desserts like gulab jamun or creamy rasmalai. In the mood for a drink? Flick through Spice’s menu to find a variety of cocktails, beer, wines and spirits at happy-hour prices from 12pm to 10pm daily.
Thai Pot
Need a change from your usual hot pot haunt? Check out Thai Pot, an elevated hot pot chain that offers a vibrant twist on traditional flavours. Order their signature tom yum broth for a uniquely Thai hot pot experience, or go for other options like aromatic lemongrass soup, Malaysian laksa, lime and coconut tom kha gai, and even mala spicy soup. Once you’ve chosen your desired broth, head to Thai Pot’s communal area to browse through large fridges and pick your favourite hot pot ingredients, or even catch unlimited portions of fresh shrimp from the restaurant’s large shrimp tank. If you’ve still got room, be sure to try classic Thai dishes like spicy boneless chicken feet, green papaya salad or holy basil and pork stir-fry. As for drinks, this laidback hot pot spot offers freshly brewed beverages like Thai tea, green Thai tea, Thai iced coffee, and lemongrass-infused water – all of which pair perfectly with this restaurant’s fiery dishes.
Under Bridge Spicy Crab
Since opening in the 1990s, Under Bridge Spicy Crab has remained a beloved restaurant for their typhoon shelter-style seafood dishes. If there’s one thing you must order here, it has to be their signature spicy crab smothered in fried garlic and chillies, which can be customised to six levels of spiciness, so you’re bound to find your ideal balance of heat. Don’t be surprised if the crab comes with the shell intact – you’ll be given a pair of plastic gloves so you can chow down without getting messy. Additionally, Under Bridge also offers Cantonese classics like stir-fried clams in black bean sauce, steamed razor clams with garlic and vermicelli, and salt and pepper mantis shrimps. Be sure to pair your dishes with an ice-cold beer or a glass of lemon tea for an irresistible combination of flavours.
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