Crispy Pork (Moo Grob)

Thai Translation: Moo = Pork, Grob = Crispy

Moo Grob is an ingredient that is used in a number of different stir fries. It is made from pork belly that is fatty meat with layers of skin and fat. When it is fried in this way the fat will become soft and the flavour of the meat enhanced. When this is made, you will only need to use a small amount of it for your dish. It can be sliced and served with rice and thick sweet soy sauce or used in soups and stir fries. In Thailand, you can buy this pork ready made from markets or street vendors.

Chicken Satay (Satay Gai)

Thai Translation – Gai = Chicken, Satay = Type of Sauce

Chicken Satay is a really popular dish all over the world. Its creamy and nutty flavour combined with a small amount of spice means that it is a favourite of many. Serve this with rice so that you can eat the creamy nutty sauce, and you can even make these into a barbeque staple for something a little special.

Thai Omelette (Kai Jiaow)

Thai Translation – Kai = Egg, Jiaow = Crisp Fry

Omelettes are a common "comfort food" dish that are often stuffed with meat, seafood, plain or with vegetables. Omelettes are a cheap and convenient meal which pack protein and other vitamins. Thai omelettes are light, fluffy and crispy – basic but delicious comfort food.

Fish Cakes (Tod Mun Pla)

Thai Translation - Tod = Fried, Mun = Oil, Pla = Fish

Thai fish cakes are one of the most famous and well loved of thai dishes. The flavour is aromatic, light and very addictive. They are often served with a side of nam jim kai (sweet chilli sauce) and can be found sold by street vendors, in markets and restaurants all over Thailand. Depending on the region, ocean or river fish is used but the taste remains the same.

Thai Spring Rolls (Pa Pia Tod)

Thai Translation – Pa Pia = Spring Roll Tod = Deep Fried

Spring rolls are a delicious appetiser that is very easy to make. They are sold in markets, street corners and in restaurants all over Thailand usually with a sweet chilli sauce. This version is made without meat so is perfect for vegetarians but you can use chicken, pork or seafood also.