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Fried Rice Easy & Yummy! - Fried Rice You'll Love

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 01:00:42 +0000

Rice makes a healthy and tasty meal choice, and fried rice is an especially yummy way to make plain old rice into a complete and nutritious dinner. For fried rice that's scrumptiously good, plus easy to make and beautiful to serve, try one of these fantastic Thai Fried Rice Recipes. Thai fried rice is among the tastiest in the world, and these recipes include lots of cooking tips to help get your fried rice tasting restaurant-quality (or better!). From famous Thai pineapple fried rice (which can be made vegan), to chicken and shrimp fried rice, these dishes make a superb main course or side dish any night of the week. And leftovers make delicious workday lunches too. ENJOY! (shown here: Classic Thai Chicken Fried Rice)

Spring Rolls for Spring! - Best Spring Roll Recipe Ever!

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 01:00:17 +0000

Believe it or not, spring is right around the corner. So why not celebrate by rolling up some crispy spring vegetables in a hot and crunchy roll? Spring rolls are a hit with every crowd and are fun to make together with a partner, your kids, or some friends. But not all spring roll recipes are created equally. Usually I am dissatisfied with the spring rolls I get in most Asian restaurants - yes, they are crispy on the outside, but all too often they have little to no taste on the inside. That's why I created this Thai Spring Rolls Recipe to be extra tasty,crispy-crunchy on the outside and full of flavor on the inside. These scrumptious spring rolls are filled with healthy ingredients too! Choose to make them vegetarian, or add some baby shrimp, according to your preference, and enjoy a taste of spring, Thai style! (photo by D.Schmidt)

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Stir-Fry Must-Try: Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe!

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 01:00:02 +0000

Stir-fry recipes abound, but really delicious ones can be hard to come by. If you've been disappointed with stir-fry recipes you've tried in the past, give this one a try: Thai Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe! Thai Cashew Chicken is one of many stir-fry recipes that came to Thailand via the Chinese. It's a very popular dish, both in Thai and Chinese restaurants. This particular recipe is made with lean chicken breast, shiitake mushrooms, plus Chinese greens like bok choy (it also works well with broccoli). Serve with Thai jasmine-scented rice or Thai sticky rice for a nutritious and satisfying meal. ENJOY! (photo & Recipe of Thai Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry, by D.Schmidt)

Soup So Soothing! - Soup Recipes to Savor!

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 01:00:13 +0000

Personally, I find there isn't anything better on a Monday night than a nice hot bowl of soothing soup. But don't settle for just any old soup, not when you can make one of these incredible-tasting Thai Soup Recipes! These beautiful soups tastes just as good (or better!) than those you may have enjoyed at Thai or Vietnamese restaurants. Nutritious and famously immune-boosting, Thai soups will warm your body and soothe your spirit with every delicious slurp. And they're a complete meal unto themselves, full of healthy ingredients that also happen to taste wonderful together. ENJOY! (photo of Thai Pumpkin-Coconut Soup, by D.Schmidt)

Baked Chicken Beautiful to Serve! - Baked Lemon Chicken Recipe

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 01:00:25 +0000

Treat yourself and your family to a delicious meal this weekend with my beautiful Thai-style Lemon Chicken Recipe! In for this simple, yet exquisite dish, both lemon and lemongrass are used to create a delicious garlic-inflused lemony chicken that literally melts in your mouth. Quarter chicken pieces (leg and thigh) are perfect to use, and make nice individual portions for serving guests. In fact, this has become one of my standard 'company is coming' dishes because it's so easy to make, yet beautiful to serve. And because it's mild in flavor, everyone loves it, even picky eaters like my step-kids (they always want seconds!). Give it a try and see!

Pudding to Please! - Pudding Recipe You'll Love (Easy!)

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 01:00:18 +0000

For a scrumptious pudding that's also beautiful to serve, try this Easy Thai Mango Pudding! This mango pudding is one of the best puddings I've ever tried. What makes it extra good is the fact that it's made with coconut milk instead of whipping cream or evaporated milk. Unlike dairy products, coconut milk brings out and enhances the taste of the mango, plus adds that touch of richness you're looking for in a pudding. And there's another benefit too: it's healthier for you (lactose free, plus it provides healthy fats). Finally, this Thai recipe for mango pudding is really easy to make - you'll have it whipped up and in the refrigerator in just a few minutes. Great for company! (photo & recipe of Thai Mango Pudding, by D.Schmidt)

Fish for Friday! - Fish Recipes to Savor

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 01:00:44 +0000

Fish makes a smart meal this time of year and straight through until spring. Why? Because cold-water fish provides us vitamin D - a nutrient we would normally get from the summer sun. Vitamin D helps to keep us healthy and happy (yes, vitamin D is the happy vitamin!). In addition, fish provides omega-3 and other oils which are essential to good health and soft skin/hair. For a fish recipe that never fails to disappoint, try one of these Top Thai Fish Recipes ! They're so flavorful plus beautiful to serve both family and guests. And as a bonus, you'll also get lots of tips to help you cook this delicate protein source just right. ENJOY! (shown here: Thai Herb-Crusted Fish)

Curry Homemade & Beautiful - Curry Recipe to Please!

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 01:00:31 +0000

Curry is one of the most popular dishes in the world, and as a result, packaged and bottled curry pastes and sauces have sprung up at pretty much every North American supermarket. But good curries don't come from a package - the best ones are made from ingredients in your refrigerator and pantry, as in this Classic Yellow Curry Chicken Recipe. That doesn't mean it's difficult to make - not at all (try this recipe and see how simple it can be!). This beautiful chicken curry makes a wonderful, warming dinner on a chilly February night, and it's also extremely healthy, providing you with the protein, greens, good carbs, and all the antioxidants (in the form of both dry spices and fresh herbs) you need to keep those nasty winter flu bugs at bay. So try my homemade curry recipe and put the freshest, most wonderful-tasting curry on your table tonight! (shown: close-up of Classic Thai Yellow Curry Chicken with potatoes, photo and recipe by D.Schmidt)

Noodles You'll Love! - Try a Thai Noodle Recipe

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 01:00:08 +0000

Noodles are a wise meal choice while the weather is still chilly, as a good serving of carbs can help keep you feeling warm and energized (and by the way, if you're craving them these days, that's why!). If you enjoy Asian noodles, but not sure how best to make them, try checking out these delicious Thai Noodle Recipes, which include everything from world famous Pad Thai Noodles to Basil Noodles, coconut noodles, and vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free noodles. Just follow my simple instructions and you'll be soon enjoying perfectly wonderful Thai noodles that you'll love to cook (and eat!) again and again. ENJOY! (shown: new Chicken Pad Thai made without tamarind, by D.Schmidt)

Valentine's Day Dinner: Spicy & Sensual Thai Recipes!

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 01:00:36 +0000

Celebrate Valentine's Day by creating something deliciously spicy and oh so sensual, like this exquisite, yet easy-to-make Mussels in Coconut-Basil Sauce. This dish is the perfect way to start your special meal, or make it the star player by serving a crusty loaf of French bread on the side for dipping into the sauce (you'll love it!). Thai food is now the cuisine of choice for most American "first date" couples, according to a recent men's magazine poll, and personally I'm not surprised. The fragrance, exotic taste, and sensual beauty of Thai cuisine makes it the perfect choice for a romantic meal. So check out all of my Valentine's Day Recipes, and be prepared to fall in love with more than just your date(!) ENJOY. (pictured: Easy Thai Mussels in a Coconut-Basil Sauce, photo by D.Schmidt)