Hi There, I'm Suwanee!
Hi, I’m Suwanee!
I was a contestant on PBS’s hit cooking show The Great American Recipe Season 4, a home cook turned restaurant chef, and I'm 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 made simple with bold, easy recipes and step-by-step guide. Plus stories that bring the culture to life.
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!
- Isaan Food Guide: Traditional Dishes from Northeastern Thailand
- Pla Ra, Fermented Thai Fish Sauce from Isaan
- What Is MSG in Thai Cooking and Why It’s Used
- Som Tam Isaan (Isaan Papaya Salad)
- Feed My Village, Year 3 Update and What Really Happened
- Kanom Krok (Thai Coconut Pancakes)
- Stir Fried Bean Sprouts
- Easy Beef Pad Kra Pao
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!
- Easy Thai Basil Pesto (with Pine Nuts)
- Thai Sour Curry Soup with Fish and Shrimp (Kaeng Som)
- Pad See Ew with Chicken
- Thai Basil Pesto Pasta with Shrimp
- Kao Moo Dang Recipe (Chinese BBQ Red Pork)
- Thai Kabocha Squash Curry with Chicken
- Authentic Thai Pineapple Fried Rice with Shrimp
- Goong Ob Woonsen (Thai Shrimp and Glass Noodles)
- Thai Egg Rolls (Crispy Spring Rolls)
- Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe (Pad Kee Mao)
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)
- 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
- Easy Thai Chicken and Ginger Stir-Fry (Gai Pad Khing)
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Fusion Recipes (Thai-Inspired Flavors!)
Discover Thai fusion recipes that blend bold Thai flavors with everyday favorites. From pesto grilled cheese to Thai basil fried rice, these dishes bring creativity, comfort, and a little spice to your kitchen.
- Thai Basil Pesto Rice (Easy Stir Fry)
- Thai Basil Pesto Grilled Cheese (w/ Tom Yum Paste)
- Thai Basil Pesto Avocado Soup
- Stuffed Spaghetti Squash (with Tom Yum Paste)
- Mango Curry Sauce (Easy and Fast!)
- Roasted Acorn Aquash (With Tom Yum Paste)
- Butternut Squash Pasta with Bacon (Thai-Fusion)
- Thai Pumpkin Soup with Sausage
- Easy Thai Pumpkin Curry (Pureed and Creamy)
- Stuffed Butternut Squash With Feta (Thai-Fusion)
Hi friends!
Welcome to Simply Suwanee, where I share bold Thai recipes, kitchen tips, and heartfelt stories that bring real Thai flavors to your home. I’m Suwanee, a Thai-born chef, food blogger, and award-winning photographer cooking from my American kitchen, blending my roots with everyday easy comfort food. So glad you’re here!
Winter Recipes
Cozy up with Thai winter recipes made for cooler nights. Think kabocha pumpkin curry, khao soi, tom kha gai, and Tom Yum soup. These comforting Thai dishes highlight seasonal produce and simple techniques, making them easy weeknight favorites.
- Thai Sour Curry Soup with Fish and Shrimp (Kaeng Som)
- Kao Moo Dang Recipe (Chinese BBQ Red Pork)
- Authentic Khao Soi Thai Noodles
- Thai Swimming Rama (Chicken with Peanut Sauce and Spinach)
- Panang Beef Curry
- Yellow Thai Curry Recipe with Chicken
- Thai Boat Noodles Soup (Kuay Teow Reua)
- Thai Kabocha Squash Curry with Chicken
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)
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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.
- Thailand Travel Updates (August 2025)
- Help Support Refugees in My Village in Surin, Thailand
- 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
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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