Mama Surang Thai Kitchen
Thai Iced Tea
Fresh Thai Spring Rolls – Rice Paper, Romaine Lettuce, Spinach, Cucumber, Carrot, Basil, Cilantro, Peanut-Hoisin Mayo
Thai Beef Jerky – Lettuce, Carrots, Soy, Garlic, Tamarind Sauce
Chicken Satay – Lettuce, Carrots, Peanut-Hoisin Mayo
Silver Noodle Salad – Glass Noodle, Chicken, Tomato, Onion, Carrot, Cilantro, Green Chili, Yam, Lime Dressing
Spinach Tempura – Romaine Lettuce, Peanut, Chicken, Green Beans, Tomato, Onion, Carrot, Cilantro, Green Chili, Lime Dressing
Tom Kha – Lemongrass, Kaffir Lime Leaf, Galangal, Coconut Milk, Onion, Cabbage, Cilantro, Mushroom, Chili, Yam, Lime Juice, Shrimp
Chicken Yellow Curry – Turmeric, Cumin, Coconut Milk, Potato, Onion, Carrot
Beef Brisket Panang Curry – Fresh Chilis, Dried Chilis, Coconut Milk, Thai Basil, Green Beans
Crispy Fish Delight – Flounder, Red Curry Paste, Lime, Ginger, Bell Pepper, Green Beans, Basil
Holy Crab Fried Rice – Lump Crab, White Rice, Cilantro, Onion, Green Onion, Egg
Basil Beef – Green Bean, Onion, Bell Pepper, Basil
Cashew Chicken – Onion, Green Onion, Bell Pepper, Dried Chili, Cashew Nut
Beef Pad Se Ew – Wide Rice Noodle, Broccoli, Egg, Soy Sauce
Shrimp Pad Thai – Rice Noodle, Bean Sprout, Green Onion, Egg, Peanut, Sweet & Sour Tamarind Sauce
Sticky Rice with Mango – Strawberry, Coconut Milk, Peanut
A longtime resident of Sun West Promenade Surang’s Thai Kitchen changed hands in Autumn 2023, the new name “Mama Surang Thai Kitchen” paying homage to its founders while cookery is now in the hands of a native of Thailand who worked with Alex Stratta and Guy Savoy.
Now back from their homeland after the pandemic, a husband and wife team with their children frequently helping out around the Restaurant, Mama Surang Thai Kitchen is found on Fort Apache between Hacienda and Russel with minimal signage but a welcoming atmosphere.
Far from lavish, minimal décor and a few tables filled by locals, Surang’s menu focuses on traditional Thai flavors with just a hint of fusion utilized to accentuate flavor without compromising high quality Ingredients.
Cooked to order in a small kitchen, take-out occasionally delaying service, guests are invited to begin with Iced Coffee or Thai Tea with Cream plus appetizers such as fresh Spring Rolls filled with crunchy Vegetables, Thai Beef Jerky or traditional Chicken Satay
Intended such that “every plate serves an experience,” a bowl of Tom Kha richer than that of Lotus of Siam or Weera, Surang’s Silver Noodle Salad at spice “Level 5” finds diverse textures accentuated by acid while fried Spinach is oilless and light.
Next offered “Crispy Fish Delight,” Flouder flash fried and teaming with Red Peppers amidst Beans with sharp notes of Ginger, Surang’s “Entrees” offer good depth of flavor whether Cashew Chicken or Basil Beef.
Making several styles of Curry each day, Chef’s suggestion of Panang with spoon-tender Brisket an absolute delight in terms of taste and texture, Yellow comes across a little flat by comparison while Pad Thai executes well without reinventing the wheel.
Impressing with Pad Se Ew, ribbons of Rice slicked in Soy with Beef and Broccoli, Holy Crab Fried Rice is “Chef Special” for good reason while Dessert stays traditional featuring faultless Sticky Rice and a ripe Mango out of Mexico.
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