The definitive Thai cookbook from a YouTube star!
Growing up in Thailand, Pailin Chongchitnant spent her childhood with
the kitchen as her playground. From a young age, she would linger by the
stove, taking in the sight of snowy white coconut being shredded, the
smell of lemongrass-infused soups, and the sound of the pestle pounding
against the granite mortar.
Years later, as a Cordon Bleu-educated chef in San Francisco, Pailin
vividly remembered the culinary experiences of her youth. And so, on
YouTube, Hot Thai Kitchen was born. Combining her love of teaching
with her devotion to Thai food, Pailin immediately connected with
thousands of fans who wanted a friend and educator.
In this much-anticipated cookbook, Pailin brings her signature warmth
and impressive technique to Thai food lovers everywhere. She begins by
taking readers on a beautifully photographed trip to Thailand to explore
the culinary culture and building blocks central to Thai food. With
foolproof and easy-to-follow instructions, Pailin breaks down the key
ingredients, flavours, equipment, and techniques necessary to master
authentic Thai cooking. Then, she shares her must-make recipes for
curries, soups, salads, and stir-fries, including entire chapters on
vegetarian and vegan dishes, dips and dipping sauces, and sumptuous Thai
desserts. With QR codes to video tutorials placed throughout the book,
you'll be able to connect with Pailin online, too.
Both a definitive resource and an extraordinary exploration of Thai
cuisine, Hot Thai Kitchen will delight and inspire you in your Thai
cooking journey.
