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Lemongrass - ta-khrai ตะไคร้ - Cymbopogon citratus

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Recipe: Vegetarian Red Curry with Coconut Milk, Turmeric, and Ivy Gourd

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Discover authentic vegetarian red curry from HuaHinServices ! Bursting with turmeric , coconut milk & fresh ivy-gourd , this vegan delight channels the heart of Hua Hin, straight from our organic garden to your table. 🌿🍛 Ingredients: 1 cup Ivy gourd (tindora) , washed and sliced 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk 2 tablespoons red curry paste 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece of ginger , grated 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 carrot, sliced 1 zucchini, sliced 1 cup broccoli florets Salt, to taste 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional, for added umami) 1 tablespoon brown sugar or maple syrup (adjust to taste) Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) Cooked jasmine rice or rice noodles (for serving) Instructions: Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and slice the ivy gourd, onion, red bell pepper, carrot, zucchini, and broccoli. Cook the Ivy Gourd: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add sliced ivy gourd and sau...

Recipe: Vegan Tom Yum with Young Coconut, Sweet Potato, and Culantro

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Enjoy a delicious Vegan Tom Yum with young coconut at Hua Hin ’s top spots! This sweet, spicy, and sour soup is packed with fresh herbs , mushrooms, and tender coconut. A healthy, flavorful twist on a Thai classic. Perfect for vegans and food lovers alike!   Ingredients: 1 can (400ml) coconut milk 4 cups vegetable broth 1 young coconut, flesh cut into bite-sized pieces 1 large sweet potato , peeled and diced 2 stalks lemongrass , bruised and cut into 2-inch pieces 4-5 kaffir lime leaves , torn into pieces 2-3 red or green chili peppers , sliced (adjust to taste) 1 bunch of culantro , chopped 1 medium-sized onion, sliced 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or agave nectar (optional, for sweetness) Salt to taste Thai Lime wedges for serving Instructions: Prepare Ingredients: Cut the young coconut flesh into bite-sized pieces. Peel and dice the sweet potato into small cubes. Bruise the lemongrass stalks by pressing down on them with...

Culantro - ผักชีฝรั่ง (phak chii faraang) - Eryngium foetidum

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Phak Chi Farang, or culantro, is a pungent herb that adds a unique flavor to Thai cuisine . A key ingredient in dishes like Tom Yum , it's widely available in markets in Hua Hin . Explore the flavors of HuaHinServices . In Thailand, culantro (Eryngium foetidum) is known as "phak chi farang" or "phak chi farang dong." It belongs to the Apiaceae family and is botanically related to cilantro (coriander), but it has a distinctly different flavor. Here are some key points about culantro in Thailand: Flavor and Use: Culantro has a robust, pungent flavor that is often described as a combination of cilantro and parsley but stronger. It is a popular herb in Thai cuisine, where it is used to add a distinctive taste to various dishes. Culinary Applications: Culantro is commonly used in Thai soups, stews, and curries, such as Recipe: Vegan Tom Yum with Young Coconut, Sweet Potato, and Culantro . It is also used in salads, marinades, and as a garnish for various Thai dishes....