Hi there, I'm Suwanee!
Hi, I’m Suwanee!
I grew up in a leprosy village in Surin, Thailand, where every meal was made with love. The recipes I share are rooted in those memories—welcome to my kitchen!
Welcome to My Thai Food Blog!
This is where I share bold, authentic Thai recipes made in my American kitchen—using both easy and hard-to-find ingredients. With step-by-step photo guides, you’ll be cooking real Thai food in no time. Let’s get cooking!
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 Red Curry with Chicken and Pineapple
- Pad Cha Talay (Thai Spicy Seafood Stir Fry Recipe)
- How to Make Authentic Thai Iced Tea (Cha Yen)
- Pineapple Habanero Salsa (With a Secret Ingredient!)
- Thai Tea Ice Cream (with and without Ice Cream Machine!)
- Baked Thai Lemongrass Chicken Wings (Gai Yang Flavors)
- Authentic Thai Pineapple Fried Rice with Shrimp
- Thai Kabocha Squash Curry with Chicken
- Easy Beef Pad See Ew Recipe
- Easy Thai Tom Yum Soup With Chicken
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!
- Kuay Tiew Kua Gai Thai Rice Noodles with Chicken
- Eggplant Stir fry with Thai Basil and Chicken
- Thai Basil Pork Stir Fry (Moo Pad Kra Pao)
- Pad Prik Khing Red Curry Green Beans with Shrimp
- Authentic Thai Ground Chicken Salad (Laab Gai)
- Thai Basil Chicken Gai Pad Kra Pao
- Authentic Pad Thai with Shrimp
- The Best Coconut Jelly
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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!
Summer Recipes
Fire up summer with bold Thai flavors—think Thai Coconut Ice Cream, Grilled Fish, Steak, refreshing Thai Salads, and juicy Chicken Satay. Easy, vibrant, and perfect for the season.
- Thai Tea Ice Cream (with and without Ice Cream Machine!)
- Homemade Thai Coconut Ice Cream (In Hot Dog Buns!)
- Pandan Ice Cream
- Pla Pao, Thai Salted Grilled Fish
- Authentic Thai Chicken Satay Recipe, สะเต๊ะไก่
- Thai spicy grilled corn salad (Som Tum Khao Pod)
- Thai Grilled Squid
- Best Recipe for Vietnamese Spring Rolls
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 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)
- Easy Thai Hot Sauce Recipe (Homemade Sriracha)
- Prik Nam Som (Thai Pickled Chili Vinegar Sauce)
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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