Simple Thai Food: Classic Recipes from the Thai Home Kitchen by Leela Punyaratabandhu

Takeout flavors, home-cooked simplicity Leela Punyaratabandhu’s Simple Thai Food is your guide to mastering Thai classics without the restaurant bill. A Bangkok native turned Chicago home cook, Leela offers practical recipes that stay true to Thailand’s bold, fresh flavors—no special trips to the Asian market required (unless you want to!). With a warm and approachable voice, she demystifies essential ingredients, shares streamlined methods, and teaches you how to make your favorite dishes faster than delivery. Whether you’re craving Pad Thai, Tom Yum, or exploring lesser-known gems like Son-in-Law Eggs or Green Mango Salad, this book brings Thai comfort food to your kitchen with ease. Who it’s for Fans of Thai takeout ready to cook it themselves. Weeknight cooks who want bold flavor fast. Spices to pair Coriander, cumin, turmeric, white pepper, bird’s eye chile, galangal, kaffir lime, lemongrass, Thai curry, garlic, and ginger. Keep fish sauce and coconut milk on hand!