Know more about Thai Cuisine ingredients
People all over the world have been a fan of Thai cuisine’s incredible taste. Google search results show that a considerable portion of food-lovers is crazy about Thai recipes and their cooking methodology too! So what actually makes this cuisine one of the favourites outside Asia? So much is the popularity of Thai cuisine that London alone has hundreds of Thai specialty restaurants. The chef team of Thai Square Restaurant, one of the leading Thai food joints in London shares the secret of Thai cuisine’s success. ‘INGREDIENTS’ – that’s what they all agree to give credit to.
Thai cuisine uses some of the best available herbs, spices and vegetables which are responsible both for a great taste as well as for a higher and stronger health value.
Here, we enlighten you about the lesser visible but important Thai ingredients –
1. Turmeric
Turmeric, one of the main ingredients of Thai cuisine, is very rich in Curcumin that is an anti-inflammatory agent known for its role in relieving allergy symptoms and arthritis too. Turmeric is very good for heart, blood circulation, digestion and helps to fight bacterial infections. Researches have proved that Turmeric can cure skin cancer as well. Our chefs recommend Yellow Thai Curry for a perfect blend of taste and health.
2. Galangal
Galangal for a learner is the relative of ginger. It owes its origin to Southeast-Asian countries and has been considered a remedial herb in China and Java. The Ayurvedic experts of Asia treat galangal as a wonder herb which can cure everything from vision to deafness to indigestion and even heart diseases as well.
3. Lemongrass
The very word would bring to your mind the amazing fragrance of Tom Yum Soup; lemongrass is what that makes it so great! Lemongrass is an effective herb to cure flus, colds, fevers, headaches and even abdominal pain.
4. Chilies
Suffering from sleeplessness; try Thai cuisine as it is rich in chilies. Chilies play a role in keeping your health healthy, maintaining consistent insulin level and bringing a super relaxing sleep.
5. Coconut Milk
Coconut milk is known for lowering bad cholesterol, boosting immunity and providing the much needed good fatty acids to the body. Coconut milk also helps to keep your body fit and help to fight aging and skin wrinkles as well.
There are some other important ingredients like fish oil, tamarind, soya sauce, ginger, garlic, broccoli etc. which are a blessing for human health. Try a dinner at Thai Square Restaurant and you will notice all these ingredients used perfectly for an unforgettable taste and impeccable health value.