Background Red curry with fish and cumin leaves is a local and spicy dish which is made from pla saai (threadfin Bream fish), chilies, cumin leaves and herbs.   Nutrition facts Fish, sea fish, is source of Omega 3 fatty acid which is acknowledged to protect against cardiovascular disease by reducing blood pressure and the cholesterol and triglyceride in the blood. Consuming on a regular basis, it reduces the risk of heart disease and strengthens the immune system. Cumin leaves are extremely good for digestion and related problems, its ability to aid in digestion and improve immunity.   Ingredients 700 grams fish, Pla Saai ¼ cup chili paste ½ cup cumin leaves 3 cups water 20 grams young galangal, sliced 15 grams green pepper 3 karri lime leaves Sliced Chee fah chilies for garnishing   Chili paste ingredients: 15 grams chilies, 5 grams pieces of sliced galangal, 2 inch long turmeric, 40 grams shallots, 10 grams garlic cloves, 1 tbsp. black pepper, 2 tbsp. shrimp paste and 1 tsp. salt.  Put all of ingredients in a mortar and keep pounding until everything is well-blended.

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  Background Nam PrikKa Pi is traditional Thai namprik(chili dipping) that is one of the most popular cooking recipes in every home because it is easily cooked and can be kept long. The most delicious fish that always go with is “ Pla Too ” or mackerel fish so it becomes frequently called as “ Nam prikpla too ” If you have a leftover Nam Prik, just simply mix Nam Prik together with rice and mackerel fish. This is a good technique to make a new dish from the leftover.   Nutrition facts This recipe of fried rice contains the five food groups as adding some vegetables. We also get carbohydrates from rice, protein from shrimp paste ( ka-pi ), Omega 3 fat from mackerel fish which is at a high level of sea fish. In addition, the oil from frying and fresh vegetables that we eat together highly contain vitamins, minerals and fiber.   Ingredients 2 cups steamed rice 80 grams mackerel fish, fried 3 tablespoons nam-prik-ka-pi 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for frying    

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Background “Gaeng” means curry and “Som” means sour fruits. Then Gaeng Som is Thai sour curry, a common dish widespread over the country. Different kinds of vegetables can be added and the name of the dish often refers to a kind of vegetable which is added. Gaeng Som Tengmo Dok Khae is made from Tengmo (young watermelon) and Dok Khae (vegetable hummingbird).   Nutrition facts Gaeng Som is a healthy dish. The chili paste which is a main ingredient of the dish helps to increase endorphin and it is good for blood circulation. The dish contains protein from fish and shrimp. Tamarind juice and vegetables help excretory system works well. Young watermelon effects of mild body cooling. Dok Khae helps prevent a cold.   Ingredients ½ cup kaengsom paste ½ shrimp meat, boiled 100 grams fresh shrimp, peeled and de-veined 400 grams young watermelon, cut into big-size piece 1 cup dok khae ½ cup tamarind juice 2 fish sauce 1 tbsp. palm sugar   Curry paste ingredients: 5 dried chilies, remove seed and soaked 2 tbsp. garlic cloves 2 tbsp. shallots 1 tsp. shrimp paste Put all of ingredients in a mortar and keep pounding until everything is well-blended.

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