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Among the most popular northeastern Thai (aka ‘Isan’) foods is, unquestionably, ‘Isan sausage’ — the unique kind of sausage with savory aroma that never fails to attract passers-by, with crispy casing enfolding a soft combination of spiced minced meat and local herbs, being a heavenly all-day snack or side dish in a Thai meal. If this food is already your favorite, or if you have doubts whether it’s right for you, let’s get to know more about this Thailand’s favorite sausage. A BIT ABOUT SAUSAGE, THE WORLD’S FAVORITE SNACK Before we dive into the story of Isan sausage, let’s get to know more about ‘sausage’ — the internationally beloved food. The likes of present-time sausage were actually originated in the ancient times, with studies indicating that human may have produced sausage since the pre-historic era, and it has been vastly consumed for thousands of years already. When people needed ways to preserve the scraps of meat ─ those remnants from cooking meals ─ that can be piled up enough to create some new edibles. Interestingly, sausage has been in various ...

Even though coriander, dill, and culantro are not commonly used as main ingredients in each dish, but it does play an impressive role in enhancing flavors. Their uniquely appetizing aroma is not its only strong suit—those small leaves are highly nutritious and contain a number of medicinal properties. Coriander, dill, and cilantro belong the same family, but they are distinctively different in looks, smells, and properties. Let’s get to know these plants more and you will be surprised by their plentiful benefits and usefulness. Coriander—A Thai kitchen’s must-have In Thailand, coriander is the most popular herb of its kind. Some may find it completely enjoyable, while others may find it too pungent, but it is undeniable that varied dishes wouldn’t taste as good without coriander, especially in Thai-style clear soup and spicy salad. Besides, coriander is indeed a secret behind savory flavors of many curry pastes. The aromatic green leaves are often used to garnish or spice up a dish, while the roots and seeds are added to improve taste of soup or to marinade meats. Despite its small size, ...

A refrigerator is undeniably an essential home appliance in today’s world, and many of us put “all” edible items into the fridge, hoping to extend their shelf life. Belief has it that coldness can preserve foods, while placing them in high temperature will only spoil them. As Thailand’s weather is hot year-round, people have a habit of refrigerating just anything that is edible. Here is the question: does refrigeration work for all kinds of foods? First of all, we should bear in mind that a refrigerator does not contain only coldness, but it is also high in humidity, which may not be suitable for all kinds of foods. So, refrigerating “everything” is not the best way to keep your foods, and a packed fridge can cause your electric bill to rise unnecessarily. Definitely, a cooked meal should be stored cold or even frozen to prevent it from going bad soon, but for condiments, it does not always work that way. Some condiments are made by preservation Many of condiments were originated in ancient days—the time when fridge was nonexistent. There ...

Thai foods are not only world-famous for their delectability—they are widely known to be highly nutritious thanks to abundance of herbs that are the heart of Thai cooking. As healthful ingredients are ubiquitous, people in ancient days up until now can create mouth-watering dishes with every bite nourishing the body, and some even consume food as “medicine” to cure illnesses. Definitely, it’s fortunate that Thailand is bountiful with herbs and vegetables, but we should also be thankful for folks in old days who turn the natural medicine into enjoyable dishes. The brilliance of ancient Thai wisdom is how they can reap the benefits of “heating and cooling effect” of each ingredient—each dish comprises different ingredients with balanced cooling and warming properties, or utilizing the knowledge of heating and cooling effect to heal sicknesses, for example, using cooling greens to cure mouth ulcers, increasing warming herbs to alleviate bloating, etc. In addition, there have been studies on “life elements”—earth, wind, fire, and water—that are unique to an individual for him or her to pick the right foods to enhance health. “Gaeng ...

Aside from sweet, sour, salty, and bitter, one of the universally recognized five basic tastes is “umami”— savoriness that pleases the taste buds in marvelous way. In Asian food cultures, including Thai, the taste is often linked to “monosodium glutamate” (MSG), the secret behind deliciousness at various restaurants. Many of Thai favorites like Som Tum (Thai green papaya salad), Larb (spicy minced meat salad), or Thai-style soups might contain MSG as a flavor enhancer. Undoubtedly, the pleasant taste keeps people coming back for more, even though it is widely believed that MSG could be harmful to health. How can one resist the temptation to savor those dishes when they make people happy? Nevertheless, recent studies have shown that MSG is not much of a health threat that we should be scared of it, but its impact on each individual varies—some may feel thirstier than usual after consuming foods with MSG, while others may even have symptoms of allergies. It is, therefore, essential to have MSG-free options available in the market, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that a dish cannot be ...

‘Coconut milk scented, fermented fish soft taste’. It’s a flavor caption to get a good allude to the special curry bowl menu that we’re going to talk about today. fermented fish in coconut milk soup’ The menu name may not be familiar. It is a menu that uses the main ingredients of the local area with a unique smell and is popularly used to make the dishes of our northeastern people like ‘fermented fish’. Fermented Fish of Baansomtum has been carefully selected in all kinds of ways, from fish selection, we use ‘ Gourami ‘ to cook and separate the claws until we get the good quality fermented fish sauce. intense aroma Noir taste is unique. But before we delve into the appeal of this dish, many people are fascinated by it when they taste it. Let’s get to know the key objects of this bowl. Fermented Fish Journey ‘Fermented fish’ or ‘dagfish’ In Isan, comes from the word ‘dag’, which means ‘break’. That’s due in most cases. Making fermented fish is preferable to small fish such as Jullien’s Mud ...

You’ve probably heard from many people over the years that eating a vegetarian diet is better for your health, and you’ve probably read a few magazine articles or a few YouTube videos featuring celebrities who stopped eating meat and animal products and “magically” lost weight and are enjoying a healthier lifestyle. So does keeping a vegetarian diet mean weight loss? Will it really help you live longer and be healthier? Vegetarian Diets Can Be Unhealthy if You’re Not Careful Vegetarian diets continue to increase in popularity. Reasons for following a vegetarian diet are varied but include health benefits, such as reducing your risk of heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. So yes, eating vegetarian can be one of the healthiest ways to eat, since plant foods are loaded with nutrients to protect your health. But if your vegetarian friend is eating greasy veggie burgers and fries every day for lunch, he or she isn’t likely to be healthier than you, who, let’s say, loves to eat grilled salmon for lunch. Furthermore, some vegetarians rely too heavily on processed foods, which ...

We’re sure that many of you may think that frying food might not be the healthiest way of cooking, but sometimes, we can get a little bored of our usual grilled chicken or even some of our favorite soups. Besides, if done right, fried food is actually not as calorie-loaded as you think it is. The high temperatures sear the surface of your food, which means that it’s only the outside that gets greasy. Under the surface, the food’s moisture turns into steam, cooking it from the inside out. Also, here’s the truth we know many of you would want to hear: If you fry your food in the right oil and use the right cooking methods, fried foods can be a healthy diet. Now you don’t have to have an excuse to eat your favorite fried foods anymore, right? Although it’s true that properly fried foods aren’t as bad as you once thought they were, they should still be an occasional treat. With that in mind, here are some easy and healthy frying methods for you to use the ...

There are few things better than making your homemade soup to share with your loved ones at a family gathering, or a simple yet comforting, hearty dinner. Making soup is a lot of fun! From assembling and chopping the ingredients, then watching over the pot while the ingredients soften and blend together with spices sizzling and blooming. Add in the stock or water to get the cooking underway, and you can then step aside and go prepare other dishes. Just wait for the delicious aroma of the soup wafting throughout your house, and you’ll know when the soup is ready! Whether you’re making your stock from scratch or using an instant, store-bought version, getting in the kitchen, preparing, and making your own soup is always a rewarding experience. If the soup is not finished, portions for one, two, or many more can be put away in the fridge or even the freezer as a reliable life-saver. The trick, however, is knowing how to store it away for reheating in the most efficient, and most importantly, safe way. How Long Can ...