Background “ Kraeng ” or “ Kraang ” words transformed from Javanese language “Kerang and finally become “ Kraeng ”. Cockles are easily found in shallow muddy coast especially Surat-Thani and Pattani provinces. Cockles are unique ingredients for tropical island recipe both steam and curry soup.   Nutrition facts Cockles are similar to many other types of seafood which are rich in protein, iron and phosphorus. Iron is an integral component of hemoglobin, which transports oxygen from the lungs to all body cells, and is also part of key enzyme systems for energy production and metabolism and good for your joint. Cumin leaves are an excellent source of iron with mineral that plays many vital roles in the body. Additionally, iron is an instrument in keeping your immune system healthy.   Ingredients 150 grams cockles’ meat ¼ cup southern curry paste 2 tablespoons of shrimp paste 2 tablespoons of fish sauce 50 grams cumin leaves 2 cups water    

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Background Chicken and Galangal in Coconut Milk Soup is a kind of spicy soup that is made mild by coconut cream. The dish is aromatic from herbs such as galangal, lemon-grass and kaffir lime leaves.  Only chicken is used in this dish. It is very popular with Thai people and foreigners alike.   Nutrition facts The dish is high in vitamin C and contains protein and phosphorus. Karri lime leaves make the dish be a refreshing food and having the dish relieves flatulence.   Ingredients 2 cup coconut cream 150 grams chicken, cut into bite-size pieces ½ cup straw mushroom ¼ cup sliced young galangal 50 grams lemongrass stalks, rough crushed 5 grams kaffir lime leaves Chili, rough crushed Fish sauce Lemon juice Coriander leaves

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    Background Kaeng-Jued is one of the simplest Chinese clear soup that helps warmer body, easy to swallow and also good match with every dish. Kaeng-Jued is a plain, clear soup that’s unspiced and comfort to eat. Adding more tofu and ivy gourd bring this recipe popular.   Nutrition facts This dish has high nutrition as two sources of protein from pork and tofu, besides that ivy gourd has high beta-carotenes that support the eye-sights.   Ingredients 50 grams ivy gourd ( pak-tamloung ) 120 grams tofu, sliced 60 grams minced pork 2 cup pork stock Soy sauce or fish sauce for seasoning Ground pepper for topping    

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