Lamb is an acquired taste , it can have a strong , overwhelming aroma , if not allowed to marinate in the right herbs and spices for at least 4 to 6 hours . This marinade is so flavorful and lends itself beautifully to this succulent piece of meat . I serve 4 pieces per [...]
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This is a great alternative to fish that is typically deep fried in many asian recipes. The light cod pairs remarkably well with the delightful combination of the sweet and spicy tamarind sauce , a family favorite. Serves 4 Christina Arokiasamy 1 lb skinless cod fillet 1 tbs canola or peanut oil 2 Garlic cloves [...]
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This dish known as pad kee mao , in Thailand has the perfect balace of Thai flaqvors . sweet , sour , salty and spicy. You do need fresh rice noodles , also known as kway teow , for this dish . Floow these easy steps and you are in for a real treat. 1 [...]
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Crispy Basil turns your dish from ordinary to professional looking. It is a very simple process but requires bone dry basil for deep frying or you will have a kitchen splattered with oil. This recipe calls for spicy Thai rec curry paste , home made or store bought, I use Mae Ploy brand , it [...]
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This sumptious recipe comes a fabulous restaurant in Thailand called Sala Rim Naam. This recipe uses prepared thai curry paste and canned coconut milk, as you can imagine in the restaurant they make their own. My favorite brand of curry paste is Mae Ploy and for coconut milk its Chef’s Choice. I also buy prepared [...]
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Strawmushrooms grow abundantly in Thailand. However substituting with canned or thinly sliced white mushrooms works very well. I use a home made Asian vegetable stock and substitute Fish sauce for soy sauce, however if you wish you could use chicken stock and fish sauce ,both ways work equally well. Source Wendy Hutton 1 to 2 [...]
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This recipe was originally served at the Authentic Cafe ,Los Angeles. The restaurant has since closed ,but the recipe lives on. It is delicious and really is more ,in my opinion, a American Thai flavor. Try it ,I hope you enjoy it. 1 cup dry roasted peanuts ,ground fine 1/3 cup yellow cornmeal 4 1/2 [...]
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I love a bowl of soup any time of year. But ,I must say there is something so super about this soup ,which I first tasted at The Blue Elephant in London ,England. It warms and comforts me after a long day and yet is so simple to make I can have it any time, [...]
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These fish cakes have a great kick from red curry and spices. I love the ease of preparation making it ideal for an appetizer or part of a weeknight meal. Seve with a simple mixed green salad and perhaps a bowl of soup or noodles. Source THE BLUE ELEPHANT makes 8 Fish cakes 7 oz [...]
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Mee Krob is a crispy noodle dish often served as a first course in Thai meals. This vegetarian version comes from Chef Ken hom. However he has included Fish sauce as one of the ingredients. I generally substitute with light Soy sauce.It is not exact but works very well. Assemble all ingredients but put it [...]
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