Hi there, I'm Suwanee!
Hi, I’m Suwanee!
I was a contestant on PBS’s hit show The Great American Recipe Season 4, a home cook turned restaurant chef, and the voice behind Simply Suwanee. I grew up in a leprosy village in Surin, Thailand, where every dish carried stories of resilience and love. Welcome to my Kitchen!
Welcome to My Thai Food Blog!
This is where authentic Thai flavors, personal heritage, and modern kitchens meet. I share bold, approachable recipes—some with everyday staples, others with finds from Asian markets—always with step-by-step guides to make Thai cooking simple. Beyond the food are the stories of my roots, connecting culture, community, and the love behind every dis!
Popular Thai Recipes
Check out these popular Thai recipes, loved by our readers! From world-famous curries and soups to salads and sauces, these authentic flavors will blow you away—get ready for a flavor explosion!
- Thai Jungle Curry Recipe With Fish (Gaeng Pa)
- Thai Kabocha Squash Curry with Chicken
- Kabocha Squash Soup (Thai Soup with Pork Ribs)
- Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe (Pad Kee Mao)
- Eggplant Stir fry with Thai Basil and Chicken
- Thai Basil Fried Rice with Chicken (Kao Pad Kaprao Gai)
- Sticky Asian Ribs
- Thai Egg Rolls (Crispy Spring Rolls)
- Thai Swimming Rama (Chicken with Peanut Sauce and Spinach)
- Authentic Pad Thai with Shrimp
Hi friends!
Welcome to Simply Suwanee, where I share bold Thai recipes, kitchen tips, and stories from my heart and heritage to help you bring real Thai flavors into your home.
I’m Suwanee—a home-cooked turned restaurant chef, award-winning photographer, and Thai food blogger raised in a leprosy village in rural Thailand. Now cooking from my American kitchen, I’m also working to give back through my Feed My Village project—sharing food, stories, and support with the people who inspired me to cook. So glad you’re here!
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Easy Thai Recipes
Looking for quick, delicious Thai dishes? These easy recipes pack authentic flavor with minimal fuss—perfect for busy weeknights or Thai cooking newbies. From stir-fries to fragrant curries, each uses basic ingredients, so you can enjoy real Thai tastes at home fast!
- Authentic Thai Shrimp Fried Rice (Khao Phad Goong)
- Easy Thai Hot Sauce Recipe (Homemade Sriracha)
- Khua Kling, Southern Thai Dry Curry
- Thai Basil Pesto Pasta with Shrimp
- Authentic Thai Yellow Curry Paste
- Vegetarian Pad Thai (Vegan!)
- Jeow Mak Len Authentic Lao Tomato Dipping Sauce
- Easy Beef Udon Noodles Stir Fry
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Latest Thai Recipes
Check out my newest Thai recipes! Whether you’re a pro or just starting out, these dishes bring bold flavors right to your kitchen. Let’s spice things up!
Fall Recipes
Cozy up with Thai fall recipes—think kabocha pumpkin curry, khao soi, tom kha gai, and Tom Yum soup. These autumn comfort foods use seasonal produce, are easy weeknight wins (many gluten- and dairy-free). Browse all my fall recipes and bring Thai warmth home.
Thai Cooking Tips
Explore must-have ingredients—like Thai Thai herbs, essential sauces, spices, different types of Thai noodles and rice —and learn quick tricks for authentic dishes. Master stir-fries, aromatic curries, and more to make delicious Thai meals at home with ease!
- Different Types of Thai Basil and Their Uses
- Best Mortar & Pestles for Thai Cooking (And How to Use Them)
- Start Here-Your Guide to the Best Thai Recipes
- Thai Food by Region (A Guide to Regional Dishes and Flavors)
- How to Balance Thai Flavors
- What is Krachai and How it's Used in Thai Cooking
- What is Pandan and How to Use It
- How to Make Coconut Milk (6 Ways!)
- How to Open a Coconut in 4 Easy Ways!
- How to Make Sen Yai Noodles (Thai Wide Rice Noodles)
- Prik Nam Som (Thai Pickled Chili Vinegar Sauce)
- How to Make Thai Chili Oil (Easy Homemade Recipe)
Thailand
Stories from my childhood in Surin, Thailand—where I was raised in a leprosy village, first learned to cook and love Thai food, and eventually returned to feed the very village that shaped me.
- What is Leprosy (and the Village That Raised Me)
- Growing Up in a Leprosy Village, My Story from Surin, Thailand
- Feed My Village Year 2 -Updates! (2024)
- Feeding a Leprosy Village & Fundraising!
- Feed My Village, Year 1-Thailand 2023
- Thailand Highlights-2019
- Thailand 2019-7 Long Years
- A Village, A Mortar, A Dream
Thai Desserts
Thai desserts blend sweet fruits, coconut milk, and subtle aromatics. Classics like mango sticky rice or pandan custard offer refreshing flavors—perfect for a taste of Thailand!
- Agar Agar Fruit Jelly Recipe
- Red Rubies Dessert (Tub Tim Krob)
- Bananas In Coconut Milk (Kluai Buat Chi)
- Thai Coconut Mango Sticky Rice Dessert
- Thai Fried Bananas Dessert (Kluai Kaek)
- Pandan Coconut Jelly (with Agar Agar)
- Bua Loy (Thai Glutinous Rice Balls)
- Homemade Thai Coconut Ice Cream (In Hot Dog Buns!)
Thai Drinks
Thai drinks burst with vibrant flavors—from creamy Thai iced tea to tangy roselle juice, soothing Thai green tea, and bold O-Leang Thai coffee. There’s a refreshing option for everyone!
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