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	from Jolinda Hackett The traditional flavors of Thailand include such exotic spices as galangal, lemongrass, keffir lime leaves and tamarind, but you can get a similar flavor by using some more common spices such as curry, ginger and turmeric. Browse through this mix of simple to the more authentic and complex vegetarian and vegan Thai recipes.

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Try Thai Curries

Restaurant style Thai curries usually have a deep and complex flavor that comes from slowly simmering a blend of fresh Thai spices, such as galangal, lemongrass, lime leaves, and of course, lots of spicy chilies! You can get a similar flavor by either using a pre-made Thai curry paste (look for this in the ethnic food aisle next to the noodles and soy sauces or at any Asian grocer), or by using similar but more common spices, such as ginger and turmeric. Serve with rice, or, make your curry a bit thinner by adding extra liquid and serve as a soup.

Easy Yellow Thai Curry

Coconut and Tofu Curry (pictured)

Red Curry with Tofu and Veggies

Red Curry with Eggplant

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Thai Peanut Sauce

I have to confess, I probably eat Thai peanut sauce just a little too often. I stir it into pasta or noodles, use it as a salad dressing, use it as a dip for snacking on raw veggies, dip spring rolls in it and pour it over steamed veggies - Thai peanut sauce is definitely one of my favorite sauces! Try a few of these recipes to start with, then, once you know the basic flavors, adjust the quantities and flavors to make it however you like!

Basic Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe (pictured, with noodles)
Peanut Sauce with Ginger
Spicy Thai Peanut Sauce with Fresh Ginger
Authentic Thai Peanut Sauce with Tamarind

Thai Flavored Vegetable Stir Fries

A vegetable stir-fry is always a good choice for a quick and fairly healthy vegetarian or vegan meal. Try some of these recipes that combine the Thai flavors of lime, ginger and spicy chilies with some basic veggies and tofu for an easy but flavorful entree. Serve over rice or noodles.

Vegetable Stir-Fry with Lime and Lemongrass
Chili and Mint Thai Stir Fry
Thai Vegetable Stir Fry with Hoisin Sauce
Garlic and Ginger Thai Vegetable Stir-Fry (pictured, photo by Darlene Schmidt, About.com Guide to Thai Food)

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