I’ve been eating lately at Tuk Tuk Thai like I’m making up for lost time, because, in fact, I am. And really I should have ...

For heat seekers, be sure to also get the zabb crispy rice, a medley of pork belly, fried chicken, and herbs coated in a spicy and sour fish sauce dressing. Location 5420 Hollywood Blvd, Los ...

Add fried fish, lime leaves, basil, green peppercorns, and fingerroot; gently stir to coat fish with sauce, about 15 seconds. Transfer to a plate. Garnish with sliced chile and basil. Serve with rice.

1306 20th St, Vero Beach; 772-564-8883; website. ST. LUCIE COUNTY Happy Garden Cafe. Downtown Fort Pierce's newest restaurant is on South Second Street, between Rosslow's and the Sunrise Theatre.

The big distinguishers of Thai fried rice are the fish or oyster sauce, spicy chilis, and Thai basil. These bold players create a salty, garlicky, and spicy flavor compared to Chinese fried rice.