An introduction to Thai Food
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Thai Iced Coffee
Thai coffee can be found in Asian food markets under the label
oliang powder mixed. Add the milk to
the brewed coffee slowly, allowing it to cascade through the ice. |
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Chicken Pad Thai
The rice-noodle dish from Thailand, is made with chicken, tofu,
bean sprouts. The fish sauce is available at Asian markets and can
be kept forever. |
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Massaman Curry
This dish, based on a Thai and Muslim combination includes potatoes,
peanuts, and five-spice powder, is one of the best. For this spicy
dish, a chenin blanc wine from the
Loire Valley in France or from California is a good match. |
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Salmon with Thai Rice Salad
Rich broiled salmon rests atop a lean vegetable and rice salad to
make a beautifully balanced meal. The Asian dressing includes big
impact flavours fish sauce, lime juice, and cayenne. With this dish,
try a simple kabinett wine from Germany's
Mosel region. |
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Stir-fried Thai Noodles
Although this dish is traditionally made with flat rice stick noodles,
thin dried rice vermicelli can also be used. Dried shrimp and preserved
radishes can be difficult to find, but the considerable flavour
and texture they provide make them well worth the search. |
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Thai One-Pot
Ground pork, rice, bell peppers, and shiitake mushrooms are cooked
in a single pan and flavoured with soy sauce, lime juice, and cayenne.
Quick, and delicious, to prepare. |
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Green Mango Salad
This salad has a unique contrast of textures and flavours. Tiny
bits of sautéed pork are a rich counterpoint to the crunchy bite
and sour taste of green mangoes. Since green mangoes are not always
available, tart green apples may be used in their place. |
