Native to South Asia, holy basil is prized in India and Thailand as a remarkable aromatic herb, cultivated for its distinctly spicy flavour. As its name implies, it is anything but ordinary! What is Thai holy basil? Thai holy basil, also known as Thai basil, “Tulsi” in India, or liquorice […]
Tag: Thai cuisine
Authentic Tom Kha Gai Soup
A delicious recipe for Thai Tom Kha Gai soup. Flavorful, creamy, and quick to make. Enjoy restaurant-quality Thai food at home! What is Tom Kha Soup? Tom Kha Gai, sometimes spelled Tom Kha Kai, is one of the most popular soups among Thai food lovers. Tom means to boil, kha […]
Authentic Panang Beef Curry
A delicious Panang beef curry to warm even the coldest winter nights What is Panang curry? Panang curry is particularly interesting; it stands apart from other Thai curries. You may have noticed that many dishes labeled “curry” or “gaeng” in Thai cuisine are closer to soups. They come with plenty […]
Culantro or Chinese Coriander: What Is It?
Culantro, scientifically known as Eryngium foetidum, is a tropical herb native to the Americas and the Caribbean. It is similar to cilantro in aroma and flavor, but is distinguished by its long, serrated leaves. Its intense flavor and its ability to be added during cooking make it unique (cilantro is […]
Authentic Tom Yum: Lemongrass and Shrimp Soup
A delicious, authentic Tom Yum soup recipe that will transport your taste buds straight to Thailand’s night markets What is Tom Yum soup? Tom Yum soup is celebrated for its unmistakable flavor: a bold balance of spice, acidity, and aromatic depth. This iconic soup gets its distinctive character from a […]
Authentic Thai Moo Grob
A delicious Thai icon: crispy pork. Crispy, tender, and deeply aromatic—pure bliss in every bite Moo Grob, an iconic dish of Thai cuisine, captures the culinary richness of this region (and of my Asian recipe blog, too. What? You have to toot your own horn once in a while). This […]
Thai green curry chicken – เเกงเขียวหวานไก่
An incredible recipe for Thai green curry chicken, better than in a restaurant! We’re back today with a delicious Thai recipe from our contributor Céline. For those who don’t know her, that’s her gorgeous manicure featured in the photos of the quick chili oil recipe. Anyway, today we’re talking curry, […]
Thai Pork Salad – Moo Nam Tok
Savor the essence of Thai cuisine with Moo Nam Tok, an irresistible traditional salad of pork, fragrant herbs, toasted rice powder, and a tangy fish sauce dressing. A must-try experience for fans of bold, exotic flavors What is Moo Nam Tok? The Thai term “Nam tok” literally means “waterfall”, but […]
Authentic Thai Med Kanoon
What is Med Kanoon? I am taking a risk by publishing this… because if I cannot win over my loyal readers, no one on Google will ever find this article. According to my research, no one in France searches for this word. ABSOLUTELY NO ONE. Yet from the moment I […]
Authentic Mango Sticky Rice
The classic Thai dessert known as khao niaow ma muang (mango sticky rice) is heavenly and luscious. Famous in Thai street food and in Thai restaurants worldwide, this tropical rice pudding is irresistible—and easy to make at home. In Thai cuisine, sticky rice is a staple starch in Northern and […]