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 Nam-prik-kha is a rather dry chili dipping sauce containing galangal as a main ingredient. It is really good combination eating with grilled beef, sticky rice and fresh vegetable.   Nutrition facts Eating galangal helps relieve the discomfort caused in stomach and abdomen due to inflammation, reduce against cold and cough by improving blood circulatory. In additional, the rootstock of galangal has shown benefit of protection of asthma symptom and relieving pain throughout whole body, joint and teeth.   Ingredients 20 dried bird’s eye chilies 20 grams Thai garlic, peeled 1 tablespoon galangal, finely chopped ¼ teaspoon salt        

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    Background Khai – Pam or Ook-Khai is another simple dish made from eggs cooked in banana leaf cups. The eggs can be cooked in banana leaf cups on a charcoal stove without using oil.   Nutrition facts Egg is a very good source of high quality protein, variety of vitamins and minerals such as zinc, iron and copper. Reducing high blood pressure and keeping the immune system healthy are benefits of eggs suitable for vegetarian dietary as well.   Ingredients 5 chicken eggs 2 tablespoons spring onion, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons bell pepper, thinly sliced ½teaspoon of salt      

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