Vegetarian Thai dishes where lemon basil plays a crucial role

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 Vegetarian Thai Green Curry (Gang Keow Wan Jay):
  • This classic Thai green curry is made with coconut milk, green curry paste, and a variety of vegetables such as eggplant, bell peppers, and bamboo shoots.
  • Lemon basil is added towards the end of the cooking process to impart its fresh and citrusy flavor to the curry.
  • Vegetarian Pad Krapow (Thai Basil Stir-Fry):
  • A stir-fry featuring tofu or vegetables with Thai basil, including lemon basil, is known as Pad Krapow.
  • The aromatic basil leaves are added at the end, giving the dish a burst of flavor.
  • Vegetarian Tom Yum Soup (Tom Yum Jay):
  • Tom Yum is a popular Thai hot and sour soup, usually made with a broth of lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and lime juice.
  • Lemon basil is often added as a garnish just before serving to enhance the soup's fragrance.

    1. Vegetarian Thai Fried Rice (Khao Pad Jay):

    • Thai fried rice with vegetables and tofu can be infused with the citrusy notes of lemon basil.
    • Toss in chopped lemon basil leaves towards the end of the cooking process for a burst of freshness.

      1. Vegetarian Thai Spring Rolls (Por Pia Jay):

      • These fresh spring rolls are filled with a combination of julienned vegetables, tofu, and sometimes rice noodles.
      • Lemon basil leaves can be added to the filling to contribute a unique and aromatic flavor.

        1. Vegetarian Thai Basil Noodles (Pad Kee Mao Jay):

        • Stir-fried wide rice noodles with vegetables, tofu, and a savory sauce.
        • Lemon basil is often used as a garnish, enhancing the dish with its aromatic and citrusy essence.
        • Vegetarian Thai Red Curry (Gang Dang Jay):
        • Similar to green curry, red curry is made with coconut milk, red curry paste, and various vegetables.
        • Lemon basil is stirred in towards the end, infusing the curry with its distinctive flavor.

          1. Vegetarian Thai Stir-Fried Morning Glory (Pad Pak Boong Fai Daeng Jay):

          • Morning glory (water spinach) stir-fried with garlic, chili, and soy sauce.
          • Lemon basil can be added for an extra layer of flavor.

            When preparing these dishes at home, feel free to adjust the quantity of lemon basil to suit your taste preferences. The herb's aromatic and citrusy notes can elevate the overall dining experience in vegetarian Thai cuisine.

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