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.
