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Summary: The best I've seen
Review: This is my favorite Thai cookbook, and I have about 6. I even went to Bangkok to take a cooking class, and still came back cooking some of the stuff in this book. The recipes are easy and authentic, and I've never been disappointed with the results from the recipes that I've used (more of the thai than vietnamese).Like all of the good asian cookbooks, it has a section on ingredients with pictures to help you find them in your asian grocer. I will say that these ingredients are often essential (always are when you are cooking SE Asian food)- do your best to find these at a market or an online supplier if you want a really authentic taste. The strengths of the book include the sauces (VERY easy and quick), the vietnamese spring rolls, the curries, the "Gooey Ginger chicken" and some of the other stir fry dishes. The weakness: The Phad Thai is good- but not very authentic and much more labor intensive than how the Thai actually make it. I know some people just want to make Phad Thai, so in that case- look elsewhere. Otherwise, a lot of fun. Highly recommended.
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Summary: Absolutely delicious - and easy!
Review: This is one of a few asian cookbooks I own, but definitely the best. Once you have made that first trip to the asian supermarket and gotten the basic ingredients for Thai/Vietnamese cooking, you will find these recipes very simple, easy to make and absolutely delicious. The book is truly genuine and has a very warm feeling to it, as Mai Pham includes a personal story to go with each chapter. I would like to have seen some more photos included, but apart from that this is a great book and you will not be disappointed!
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Summary: Thai for Beginners and Experienced Chefs Alike
Review: This is such a great cookbook...something that is often hard to find. My friend bought it, and I had to have it. Mai Pham explains everything, including the ingredients and what kind to buy, in very simple terms, and gives tips for basic Thai cooking. The dishes take a little time to prepare, but the actually cooking is quick and easy! Also, she describes the story behind the dishes, and helps with the best way to serve them. I highly reccommend it for anyone interested in learning how to cook Thai food, or even for someone looking for new and different recipes.
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