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Prawn Toasts

You will need a food processor to make this ever popular appetizer. Best results are obtained if the bread is about two days old. The toasts are traditionally deep fried but we have included a baked version a healthier alternative. Reasonably priced raw prawns are available in the freezer sections of our supermarkets.

Pickled Appetizers

Often served as an appetiser along with prawn crackers, these pickled vegetables are quick and easy to prepare. Traditionally made with Chinese turnip (mooli), this can be left out if unavailable. In fact, I have used English turnips and have found them to be a good substitute. Rice vinegar is the best vinegar to use … Continued

Oriental Prawn Cocktail

Quick and easy to prepare, this oriental twist of a classic starter will impress your guests. I have used large frozen prawns but feel free to use any size prawn available from your local supermarket or shop.

Thai Spicy Sweetcorn Fritters

Used throughout Thailand, sweetcorn is a popular snack food. Quite often, vendors sell corn on the cob, cooked on their mobile grills. This recipe uses fish sauce but do leave this ingredient out if a vegetarian version is required.

Thai Spicy Meatballs

Minced pork is used a lot in Thai cooking. This one uses minced pork but feel free to substitute mince beef or chicken if preferred. The finely chopped beans add crunch so do try and include them. Serve as a snack or as an appetiser.

Spicy Seafood Salad

Owing to its proximity to the sea and lengthy coastlines, Thailand’s cuisine has an abundance of seafood dishes. For versatility we have used a frozen seafood medley easily available in many supermarkets. The dressing can be made in advance and refrigerated until required.

Tom Kha Gai

Kha is the Thai word for galangal which is an ingredient in this dish. I recommend using chicken thighs for this recipe as they have better flavour. This soup, which has the consistency of a broth, may be eaten as a starter but in Thailand it is served with rice and other dishes as a … Continued

Tom Yam Soup

Simple to make, this fragrant Thai soup is a combination of hot and sour flavours. Traditionally made with prawns it can be served as a starter or as part of the main meal. This recipe uses large fresh tiger prawns but if you decide to use frozen prawns do defrost them first and add to … Continued

Pork Ribs in Yellow Bean Sauce

Serve as a starter or with other dishes as a main meal. This dish is best cooked in the oven or in a slow cooker. If cooking in a slow cooker, do not add extra 185ml of water. Cut large ribs into 2 or 3 pieces using a cleaver. Alternatively, look out for shorter ribs, … Continued

Spicy Szechuan Chicken Wings

Be sure to provide plenty of paper napkins when you serve these chicken wings. Cook in the oven and finish off on a barbecue for best results. Ensure chicken is thoroughly cooked.