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Frequently Asked Questions
What mint is used in Thai food?
Thai cuisine uses the most popular type of mint, the lime-leaf (Mentha cevina).
It is mild and lemony in flavour, which adds freshness as well as zing to dishes. Other spices such as lemongrass, galangal, garlic and coriander are also frequently added to enhance the flavour of Thai dishes.
Mint can be used in sweet or savoury dishes. To achieve authentic Thai flavours, it is important to use the right spices, herbs and aromatics.
Make a Thai dish next time and add some lime-leaf mint to give it extra flavor.
Happy cooking!
What spices are used in Thai cooking?
Thai cuisine is well-known for its rich flavour profiles. These unique flavours are created with flavorful spices, which result in delicious dishes.
Thai cooking uses many common ingredients, including galangal kaffir lime leaf, galangal kaffir lemon leaves, chillies, chillies, garlic, shrimp paste, cumin, turmeric, and many more.
Each of these spices is integral to Thai cuisine's unique flavour profile. In Thai cuisine, lemongrass is commonly used in soups and stews. Galangal provides a subtle peppery flavour to dishes. Kaffir lime leaves add a zesty, citrusy fragrance to dishes. Chillies give dishes a spicy kick. Shrimp paste enhances the umami flavor of dishes. Coriander gives off a light, yet fragrant aroma. Cumin adds to dishes a rich, smokey aroma. Turmeric gives dishes a vibrant, yellow hue.
These spices work together to create unique flavour profiles for Thai cuisine. A combination of spices can be used to create both aromatic and flavorful dishes. Get these spices to bring Thailand's flavors into your home.
Can you spice up a drink?
It's amazing how spices can add flavour and flavor to food. But how can you make them live when they're used in drinks.
Spices are wonderful because they can add depth and flavor to any beverage. Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to your favorite beverage, such as coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.
But, since most recipes call to ground spices, you'll need whole spices. This makes sense, but it is expensive, takes time, and requires storage space.
This is where the magic happens. You can transform your favourite spices into an easy-to-use powdered form with ingenuity. You can then mix the spices into your favorite beverages to make delicious spiced drinks.
These powders can be made in two ways. One way is to grind whole spices into fine powder. Another way is to grind the spices in a mortar and pestle.
You'll find it easier to make powder than whole spices, regardless of the method. The powder is stable so you don't run low on stock.
You can even experiment with mixing different spices to create new flavours. To make minty water, you can combine spearmint and peppermint leaves. Or ginger and cardamom pods to make spicy ginger tea.
Once you've mastered making powdered spices, you can apply the same technique to herbs. Oregano and rosemary are all popular herbs.
The possibilities are limitless. Powdered spices can be used to add flavour to beverages or enhance the flavor of dishes like soups, salads and pasta.
Does Thai use ginger?
Yes. Ginger is used extensively in traditional Thai cooking. It is often added to stir-fries and soups and is also commonly used in desserts and drinks such as lassis.
Ginger is a common ginger plant in China, Japan, Korea, and elsewhere. Its origins can be traced back to more than 5,000years ago. It is believed it originated in Southeast Asia. There, it was used for medicinal purposes.
Ginger has been known to improve digestion and reduce nausea. It may even help prevent migraines. Ginger aids in relieving muscle spasms and joint pains. It can also treat arthritis.
Ginger is most commonly used fresh in Thailand. Ginger root is first cut into thin strips before drying and stored. From Asian markets, ginger root can be bought in cans and jars.
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- According to Healthline, pink Himalayan salt is estimated to contain up to 84 minerals and trace elements, which gives the salt its special pink color. (spicecravings.com)
- Their 14 to 20 percent essential oil content means that cloves have the highest concentration of aroma compounds of any spice. (masterclass.com)
- According to the McCormick Science Institute, indigenous Indian spices were cultivated as early as the 8th century BC in the gardens of Babylon. (spicecravings.com)
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How To
Are you a master of making curry paste?
Curry paste includes dried chillies (scallions, shallots), galangal root and lemongrass as well as kaffir lime leaves, garlic, shrimp pastes, sugar, salt and sometimes coconut milk. It is widely used in Thai cuisine.
Curry paste is a popular condiment in Southeast Asia. Curry paste adds a distinctive flavour to many dishes such as curries and soups, stir fries, stir-fries or rice dishes.
It's very simple to make this at home. Follow our step-by–step guide below.
Step1 - Prepare Ingredients
- Before you start this recipe, make sure that all ingredients are prepared.
- Start by peeling and chopping shallots (about 2 cups). Then chop galangal root into small pieces (about 3 inches long) and set aside.
- Next, you will need to peel and slice the garlic cloves (about 4 cloves). Next, peel and mince the lemongrass stems (about 1/2-inch thick).
- Next, crush the dried red chilli peppers (4 tablespoons) and then remove the seeds (optional).
- Cut the kaffirlime leaves into small strips, approximately 5 inches in length. Set aside the white portion of the stem.
- Once the shrimp paste has been drained, rinse it and then coarsely crush it.
- Finally, measure out sugar and salt.
Step2 - Grind Ingredients
- Mix all ingredients until well combined.
- It should have a texture similar to peanut butter.
- You can replace some oil with water if you wish to reduce the oil content of your dish.
Step3 - Add Coconut Milk
- Mix the coconut milk into the mixture.
- You should slowly add the coconut milk so that it doesn't get too sticky.
- If you prefer less spicy, add fewer chillies and more galangal root.
- For a more spicy taste, increase the amount of chillies and reduce the use of galangal root. The final result should taste good to you.
Step4: Serve
- Top it with your favorite foods.
- Enjoy!
