Stir-Fried Dishes

Kai Jeow is Thailand's beloved crispy-edged omelette that's probably the first dish most Thais learn to make. Unlike Western omelettes, this Thai version is fried in generous oil at high heat to create a puffy, golden-brown exterior with a fluffy interior. Seasoned simply with fish sauce, it delivers an umami punch that makes it a comfort food staple eaten at any time of day, always served with jasmine rice.

A beloved Thai comfort food, Kai Jeow Moo Sap is a crispy, puffy omelette filled with savory minced pork. Unlike Western omelets that are cooked in minimal oil, this Thai-style omelette is deep-fried in abundant oil, creating a golden, crispy exterior while maintaining a fluffy interior. The combination of eggs, minced pork, and classic Thai seasonings like fish sauce and soy sauce makes this a quick, flavorful dish that's served throughout Thailand from street food stalls to home kitchens, typically enjoyed over steamed jasmine rice.

A beloved Thai-Chinese fusion stir-fry featuring tender, crispy chicken pieces tossed with roasted cashew nuts, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic dried chilies in a savory-sweet sauce. This dish combines the crunch of premium Thai cashews with the umami depth of oyster sauce, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. The name 'Mamuang Himaphan' poetically translates to 'mango of paradise,' reflecting both the cashew's mango-like appearance and its heavenly taste.

Pad Krapao is one of Thailand's most beloved street food dishes - a quick, intensely flavorful stir-fry featuring minced or ground meat cooked with holy basil, garlic, and chilies. The dish is characterized by its bold, peppery flavor from the holy basil (krapao) and is traditionally served over steaming jasmine rice with a crispy fried egg on top. This is quintessential Thai comfort food, found at nearly every street corner in Bangkok and throughout Thailand.

A quintessential Thai stir-fried vegetable dish featuring water spinach (morning glory) cooked at blazing high heat with aromatic garlic, fiery chilies, and umami-rich fermented soybean paste. The name 'fai daeng' literally means 'red fire,' referring to the intense flames required to achieve the perfect balance of wilted yet crispy greens. This popular street food staple is beloved for its bold, savory flavors and quick preparation time.

Phat Phrik King is a classic Thai dry curry stir-fry featuring tender meat or seafood wok-tossed with crisp long beans in an aromatic red curry paste. Unlike traditional curries, this dish contains no coconut milk, resulting in a concentrated, intensely flavored coating that glistens with deep orange oil. The addition of kaffir lime leaves provides a distinctive citrus perfume, while the combination of fish sauce, palm sugar, and curry paste creates the signature balance of salty, sweet, and spicy flavors that defines authentic Thai cuisine.

Phat Phet is a fiery Thai stir-fry dish that showcases the bold flavors of Thai cuisine. The name literally means 'spicy stir-fry,' with phat meaning stir-fry and phet meaning spicy. This dish features protein (traditionally catfish, pork, or duck) stir-fried with red curry paste, Thai eggplant, fresh young green peppercorns, and fragrant Thai basil. Unlike curry dishes that are saucy, Phat Phet is a drier stir-fry where the curry paste coats the ingredients, creating an intensely flavored dish with layers of heat, aromatic herbs, and the distinctive crunch of fresh peppercorns. It's commonly served as part of a meal with jasmine rice to balance its bold spiciness.