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Subtlety and balance are the hallmarks of Thai cuisine. There are five fundamental flavors in harmony: spicy hot, sour, sweet, salty and bitter. A Thai meal is typically made up of several complementary dishes served at the same time, rather than in courses.
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We have never been to Thailand. But when watching the travel shows, it seems so exotic, a country flowing with vibrant reds and golds. The table was a reflection of this gorgeous richness.
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As with most Asain cuisines, rice is a staple and the sweet smelling jasmine rice is indigenous to Thailand. Rice noodles are also popular and paht thai is a favorite all over the world. As with most sophisticated cuisines, there are regional variations to almost every recipe but typical ingredients include garlic, galangal (similar to ginger, but with a citrus-y taste), ginger, thai basil, eggplants and coconut milk.
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