Background In southern part, pumpkin is called “naam-tao” which can grow at backyard and popular for cooking for main dish and dessert by simple stir-fry.  It is naturally sweet without seasoning but black pepper powder should be added for spicy taste.   Nutrition facts Pumpkin is one of the best-known sources of the antioxidant beta-carotene that fights against cancer and also a rich source of vitamin A. The antioxidants and vitamins within pumpkins can prevent damage to the eyes. Additionally the potassium has a positive effect on blood pressure.   Ingredients 300 grams pumpkin, cut into bite size 10 grams shallot, sliced 5grams Thai garlic, peeled 1 teaspoon of black pepper 1 chicken egg 2 tablespoons of fish sauce 2 tablespoons of sugar Water    

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    Background This dish is actually quite elegant in its simplicity. The seasoned vermicelli glass noodles are the real star as well as it is very popular dish among Chinese because of its tiny shape and sticky. Chinese people frequently cook as soup and stir fried dish, but for Thai people, they prefer spicy taste. So glass vermicelli becomes tasty in spicy salad with pork, shrimp and crispy dried shrimp.   Nutrition facts Vermicelli glass noodles made from green bean that contains high carbohydrates and less proteins. This dish is not suitable for a person who is on diet but really good response to low blood sugar and ideal for people with diabetes. The combination of ingredients and seasonings like pork and shrimp contain protein, onion reduces cholesterol and sour taste regains oxygen to brain for refreshment. 1 portion served contains 120 kcal.   Ingredients 120 grams glass vermicelli 60 grams minced pork or shrimp, cooked 2 tablespoons of crispy dried shrimp 20 gramsshallot, thinly sliced 30grams Jew’s ear mushroom, sliced 2 tablespoons fried garlic 30 grams Chinese celery, cut into 1 inch size 60 grams tomato, sliced   Spicy salad ingredients 5-10 pieces of chopped red chilies 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoonssugar 2 tablespoonslime juice

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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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