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    Home > All Recipes > Thai

    Five Easy Thai Recipes

    Published: Feb 25, 2019 · Modified: Nov 7, 2022 · by Jess Smith · · 9 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    5 easy thai recipes

    Here are a few super easy Thai recipes that are in our regular rotation and we think are worthy of yours. They don't require any specialty ingredients and are totally weeknight friendly. These easy Thai recipes are a good start for anyone who loves Thai food and wants to start learning how to cook Thai at home.

    Thai Fried Rice on a white plate and topped with a fried egg

    Thai Fried Rice

    When we don't have a dinner plan, Thai Fried Rice often ends up on the menu. Nothing fancy or unusual here. Frozen vegetables work great. The fish sauce and squeeze of lime juice are what really give this the authentic flavor we remember from our years in Bangkok. (Ginger Fried Rice is another favorite with lots of flavors typical to Thai cooking.)

    stirring Thai Cashew Chicken in a wok

    Thai Cashew Chicken

    This recipe is 100% weeknight friendly and is great with just about any vegetables you have on hand. Even though the recipe calls for one less common ingredient (dark sweet soy sauce), we've included notes in the recipe for an easy substitute using ingredients you definitely have in your pantry.

    Thai Chicken Peanut Noodles in a white bowl

    20 Minute Thai Chicken Peanut Noodles

    I've heard from so many of you that this is a weeknight go-to. No unusual ingredients here and the use of packaged ramen noodles (discard the salty seasoning packets) and rotisserie chicken really do make this a 20-minute meal!

    Thai Meatballs with Pork and Rice on lettuce wraps

    Thai-Style Meatballs

    Served in lettuce cups, with peanut sauce, or all on their own, these meatballs get a ton of flavor thanks to the addition of a small amount of red curry paste. But what really makes these special is that cooked rice is combined with the pork. It's a great way to use up leftover rice and the rice gets slightly nutty and crisp as the meatballs are seared in the pan.

    Thai Sweet Chili Sauce in a small white bowl

    Thai Sweet Chili Sauce

    This popular sweet and spicy sauce is incredibly easy to make and can be adapted to fit any spice preference. The recipe includes notes for making a version without any spice at all (using red bell peppers). Serve this sauce with spring rolls (store-bought or homemade), grilled chicken, or baked crab rangoon.

    More Easy Thai Recipes

    • Easy Pad Thai
    • Thai Shrimp Salad
    • Crunchy Thai Ramen Noodle Salad
    • Thai Rice and Meatball Soup
    • Pad See Ew (Wide Rice Noodles)

    Favorite Tools for Asian-Inspired Recipes

    • Joyce Chen Carbon Steel Wok - This affordable wok is the only one I use. I’ve had it for 10+ years and the only care it needs is to be washed out, dried well, and rubbed with oil before storing. 
    • Wok Spatula - This spatula fits perfectly around the curved edges of a wok. 
    • Splatter Screen - Perfect for keeping your stovetop (reasonably) clean.

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    About Jess

    Hi! I'm Jess. I am the recipe creator and photographer behind the 900+ recipes you’ll find on Inquiring Chef. As a mom to three young kids and professional cook, my mission is to make every moment in the kitchen and around the table count. If you’re looking for easy, flavorful, family-approved recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about me here.

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    1. Hannah Lagdameo

      March 01, 2019 at 12:02 am

      Thai food looks so good. Thank you for sharing this.

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    2. kenmiller

      May 07, 2019 at 2:16 am

      Thank you so much for the great recipes!

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    3. James Corden

      July 25, 2019 at 5:01 am

      Thanks FOr THis And this post is very informative for me and i dont know for others!!

      Reply
    4. Nate

      September 10, 2019 at 12:54 pm

      These are great! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    5. PK

      December 11, 2019 at 4:59 pm

      Wonderful recipes. Thanks for sharing.
      https://www.kfcrecipe.com/chicken-egg-roll/

      Reply
    6. Bushra Raihan

      January 03, 2020 at 6:57 am

      All recipes are looking amazingly delicious.Glad I have stopped by.

      Reply
    7. Yuki

      March 23, 2020 at 9:54 pm

      Thai food is one of my favorite cuisine. So lucky I have read this post. I can finally make Thai food at home instead of going to restaurant! Thanks for sharing. By the way, do you have any idea of Japanese food?

      Reply
    8. Kylie

      April 02, 2020 at 4:33 am

      I have been dying for a good peanut noodles recipe! What a great round-up recipe selection! Thanks so much for sharing! 🙂

      https://www.curatedlifestudio.com/plant-based-essential-pantry-recipes/

      Reply
    9. abhisbe

      April 13, 2020 at 2:07 pm

      wow if all food recipe will be like this then my life is too good CAKE RECIPE

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