Thai green curry paste is the heart of a great green curry—bright, herby, and full of layered heat. When you make it from scratch, the flavors pop in a way jarred versions can’t match. It’s surprisingly simple once you have the right ingredients, and it keeps well for quick weeknight […]
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Thai Red Curry Paste (Nam Prik Gaeng Phed) – A Bright, Fragrant Kitchen Staple
Thai Red Curry Paste is one of those kitchen heroes that instantly lifts a dish from simple to stunning. It’s aromatic, fiery, and layered with flavor, yet surprisingly straightforward to make at home. When you build it from scratch, you control the heat, salt, and fragrance—and the payoff is huge. […]
Panang Curry Paste (Peanut-Heavy, Sweeter Profile) – Cozy, Flavor-Rich Thai Staple
Panang curry paste is for those days when you want bold Thai flavor that leans a little sweet, a little nutty, and wonderfully aromatic. It’s richer than classic red curry paste and friendlier for people who love a creamy, peanut-forward sauce. Making it at home lets you control the heat, […]
Massaman Curry Paste (Distinct for Its Use of Cardamom/Cinnamon) – A Warm, Aromatic Thai Classic
Massaman curry paste is all about comfort and aroma. It blends Thai chilies with warm spices like cardamom and cinnamon, giving it a deep, mellow heat and a cozy fragrance. It’s less fiery than many Thai pastes, but it’s layered and rich, with a subtle sweetness. Make it once and […]
How to Make Teriyaki Glaze for Meatballs: A Delight
Learn about delicious Asian-inspired meatballs with a homemade teriyaki glaze for meatballs. Learn how to make the glaze and serve it in different ways.
Air Fryer spring rolls and egg rolls, how do you cook them to perfection?
Air Fryers can be used to cook spring rolls or egg rolls whether freshly made or frozen… The advantages are obvious: no need for a deep fat fryer, less mess, less oil, and less fat in the diet. Egg rolls or spring rolls prepared in the air fryer are fast […]
Chinese Barbecue Spare Ribs
Tender, soft, juicy, fall off the bones, sticky, slightly sweet barbecue sauce – the perfect spare ribs.
Porc au Caramel / Vietnamese Caramelised Pork
My version of porc au caramel is definitely not as per the original as we prefer to add in a lot of vegetables to make this a 1-pot dish. However, these are listed as optional and excluding them will keep you closer to the original dish. If you’re looking to […]
Thai sweet chili sauce / Nam Chim Kai
Thai Sweet Chili Sauce is an interesting dip or condiment to make. One can start from a really basic sauce beloved of children and gradually add complexity to match a more discerning palate. Ideally, the recipe should lend itself to all occasions and should store well in a fridge, though […]
