"Laap", the famous Isan salads, are characterised by a high proportion of meat or fish and the addition of roasted glutinous rice, which...

Homok" is a variety of steamed red curry, most often prepared with fish. It is also a popular recipe with a seafood mix or even with meat. The mixture is cooked in a banana leaf and includes a vegetable and herb bed. Here it is made with cabbage and Thai sweet basil but it is also very common to find banana blossom for example. For 4 pieces (Serves 2 as a main course or 4 as a starter). 8 banana leaves discs, about 18 cm in diameter (otherwise 4 ramekins) 80 g cabbage, thinly

These Thai fish cakes, or Tod Man Pla, are a classic of traditional Thai cuisine. Made from red curry paste, fish, and finely sliced snake beans, they are crispy on the outside and soft inside, full of vibrant flavour. Served with a sweet and sour cucumber relish, they make the perfect appetiser or snack to start your Thai meal.