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 Hot yellow Seer fish curry is made from fresh turmeric, chili paste and Seer fish, and tastes spicy, salty, sour and a bit of sweet. The dish is a household southern food, and available nearly everywhere.   Nutrition facts The dish contains vitamin C and Bioflavonoids. Having the dish prevents a constipation, relives a cold and reduces a risk of cancer.   Ingredients ½ cup chili paste 1 cup pickled bamboo shoots 300 grams Seer fish, cut into four pieces 100 grams pineapple, sliced 2 tbsp. fish sauce 2 tbsp. tamarind juice   Chili paste ingredients: 20 chilies, 1 inch long turmeric, 7 garlic cloves, 1 tbsp. shrimp paste and 1 tsp. salty. Put all of ingredients in a mortar and keep pounding until everything is well-blended.    

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    Background Mamaungbao is local mango of southern part of Thailand which has same size as chicken egg. Moreover, raw mango has sour taste, crispy meat and natural smell so it is often mixed in many recipe; pounded mango as namprik or pickled mango.   Nutrition facts The high levels of fiber, pectin and vitamin C help to lower cholesterol levels, boost immune system, prevent from cold and strengthen our hair, teeth, gum and bones Sour mango absorbs syrup so it becomes sour by itself and sweet by sugar. However, eating in high amount can gain more weight.   Ingredients 50 mamuangbua (Sourmangoes ) 1 cup lime water (nam poon sai ) ½ cup salt 1 kg sugar 3 cups water    

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