Kraam is a new Thai restaurant that opened in the NoMad neighborhood of Manhattan. This journalist had the opportunity to dine for lunch at Kraam on Saturday, June 22, 2024. By definition, “Kraam” is a Thai word that means for indigo or organic dye; moreover, Kraam is synonymous with “craft” or “wisdom passed down through generations.
” Kraam was influenced by the founders’ childhood memories and travels throughout the different regions of Thailand, coupled with a desire to host friends and families. As an appetizer, one should try their “Koi Tuna,” which is a Thai style yellowfin tuna tartare on lettuce cups that is garnished with crispy shallots and toasted rice. Yet another noteworthy starter was their “Grilled Sweet Corn & Papaya Salad,” which features cherry tomatoes, long beans, green papaya slices, peanuts, chili, garlic, dried shrimp, and sweet tamarind.
Notable sides were their “Pad Eggplant,” which is stir-fried eggplant with miso, chili, garlic, and basil, along with their “Jasmine rice,” which is traditionally cooked in a steamed fashion as it is a Thai staple. The same holds true for their delectable “Thai Egg Fried Rice,” which is Wok fried jasmine rice with egg and scallions. As an entrée, one should try their grilled marinated ribeye steak, which was tender, accompanied with roasted vegetables, as well as dipping sauce that consists of spicy tamarind and roasted Thai eggplant chili sauce.
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