23 fiery and flavorful Thai recipes to smile about

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Do you want to add some spice to your usual home-cooked fare? Why not take a flavor adventure through Thailand? We’ve rounded up 23 recipes straight from the land of smiles. They’re all easy to cook and absolutely delicious. We guarantee that at least a few of these will end up in your regular rotation.

overhead shot of thai chicken satay on a black plate with peanut sauce on the side.
Thai Chicken Satay. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Shrimp Curry

Thai shrimp curry over rice in a white bowl with lime wedges.
Thai Shrimp Curry. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai shrimp curry is the perfect blend of aromatic spices and coconut milk. Intensely flavorful and on the table in minutes.
Get the Recipe: Thai Shrimp Curry

Thai Chicken Curry

Thai chicken curry in a striped bowl with basil and lime wedges.
Thai Chicken Curry. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This Thai Chicken Curry is so good! I love how easy it is to make and that you can use whatever veggies you have on hand! It’s so delicious and can be made either on the stovetop or in the Instant Pot.
Get the Recipe: Thai Chicken Curry

Thai Fried Rice

Overhead shot of Thai fried rice in a white bowl with a skillet of fried rice on the side.
Thai Fried Rice. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Pineapple Fried Rice or Khao Pad is quick and easy to make, with pineapple, chicken eggs, vegetables, and cashews and seasoned with Thai fish sauce.
Get the Recipe: Thai Fried Rice

Thai Chicken Satay

overhead shot of thai chicken satay on a black plate with peanut sauce on the side.
Thai Chicken Satay. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Satay Chicken is loaded with authentic flavors like turmeric, lemongrass, chiles, and fish sauce. A rich and spicy Thai Peanut Sauce is perfect for dipping.
Get the Recipe: Thai Chicken Satay

Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles

Spooning thai peanut sauce over salad.
Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles is a dish I could eat every day and never get tired of it. It’s a quick, easy, delicious vegetarian meal with tons of spicy Thai flavor.
Get the Recipe: Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles

Thai Fish Cakes

Thai fishcakes with prik nam pla.
Thai Fish Cakes. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Fish Cakes or Tod Mun Pla are loaded with layers of intense flavors from Thai curry paste, cilantro, and fish sauce.
Get the Recipe: Thai Fish Cakes

Pad Kee Mao with Chicken

A bowl of pad kee mao with chicken shot from above.
Pad Kee Mao. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Drunken Noodles or Pad Kee Mao are great for late night munchies, a satisfying meal, or even as a hangover cure! Flat rice noodles are stir fried with a savory sauce, spicy chiles, Thai basil, vegetables, and chicken.
Get the Recipe: Pad Kee Mao with Chicken

Thai Pumpkin Curry

Thai Pumpkin Curry. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.
Thai Pumpkin Curry. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This Thai Pumpkin Curry Soup is a delicious and satisfying meal that takes just 25 minutes to make. Thai curry paste and rich, creamy coconut milk add layers of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Thai Pumpkin Curry

Thai Curry Puffs

Thai curry puffs on a blue plate.
Thai Curry Puffs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Easy homemade Thai curry puffs are filled with a mouthwatering mix of ground chicken and potatoes cooked with onions, garlic, and spices in flaky pastry.
Get the Recipe: Thai Curry Puffs

Pad Thai

low angle shot of a light blue bowl of pad thai.
Veggie Pad Thai. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This veggie Pad Thai is delicious and easy to make. Rice noodles are quickly stir-fried with classic Thai seasonings (including vegan fish sauce!), bean sprouts, and fried tofu.
Get the Recipe: Pad Thai

Yum Woon Sen

A plate of yum woon sen with patterned napkins and bowls of cilantro, chopped peanuts, and lime wedges.
Yum Woon Sen. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Yum Woon Sen, or Thai Glass Noodle Salad, is loaded with ground meat, plump shrimp, veggies, and a tangy lime juice and fish sauce dressing.
Get the Recipe: Yum Woon Sen

Thai Larb

Low angle shot of a striped bowl filled with Thai larb salad garnished with shallot slices.
Thai Larb. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

When you’re in the mood for something light, spicy, and deliciously savory, this Thai Larb is perfect. Easy to make and totally addictive!
Get the Recipe: Thai Larb

Thai Turkey Meatballs

Thai turkey meatballs on a plate with dipping sauce and a red and white napkin.
Thai Turkey Meatballs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Turkey Meatballs in Red Curry Sauce are super quick and easy to make. They’re baked in the oven, which is way easier than browning them in a skillet.They make a popular appetizer and are also great for dinner, served with the sauce over rice with some steamed or roasted veggies on the side.
Get the Recipe: Thai Turkey Meatballs

Thai Red Curry Sauce

Thai red curry stuff in a bowl with meatballs on the side.
Thai Red Curry Sauce. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Red Curry Sauce is one of my favorite sauces because of its intense, spicy flavor and its versatility. I spoon it over chicken, fish, shrimp, tofu, veggies, and noodles. You can also use it as a dipping sauce for chicken satay, Thai meatballs, noodles, and more.
Get the Recipe: Thai Red Curry Sauce

Thai Peanut Sauce

Thai peanut sauce being spooned over a gado gado salad.
Thai Peanut Sauce. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Seriously, Thai peanut sauce is a top contender for my desert island food. I mean, what better to have on your desert island than a sauce that could make sea kelp or even sand taste delicious?
Get the Recipe: Thai Peanut Sauce

Prik Nam Pla

Overhead shot of Prik Nam Pla dipping sauce with limes and peanuts on the side.
Prik Nam Pla. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Prik Nam Pla, the ubiquitous Thai dipping sauce, perfectly illustrates the essential Thai cooking principle of balancing salty, sour, sweet, and spicy flavors. It has all of these wrapped up in one crazy delicious sauce.
Get the Recipe: Prik Nam Pla

Thai Peanut Chicken Flatbread Recipe

Thai Peanut Chicken Flatbread on a plate.
Thai Peanut Chicken Flatbread Recipe. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Thai Peanut Chicken Flatbread Recipe is bursting with vibrant flavors and ready in just 30 minutes! It has bold and bright flavors from roasted peanuts, tender chicken, cilantro, carrots, and a creamy peanut sauce
Get the Recipe: Thai Peanut Chicken Flatbread Recipe

Thai Red Curry Soup

Thai red curry noodle soup with chickpeas in a pot with a wooden serving spoon.
Red Curry Noodle Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Red curry Thai noodle soup is big on flavor yet incredibly simple to make. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe beats getting takeout and is easily customizable to what you have on hand.
Get the Recipe: Thai Red Curry Soup

Sticky Thai Chicken

Thai chicken with sticky glaze and peanut garnish over white rice.
Sticky Thai Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These sticky Thai chicken thighs are the perfect weeknight dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes, full of delicious Thai flavor and better than takeout!
Get the Recipe: Sticky Thai Chicken

Thai Sweet Chili Wings

Bowl of Thai sweet chili wings on a gray and white napkin.
Thai Sweet Chili Wings. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These sweet chili wings have tender, crispy chicken covered in a sticky, sweet sauce that is a just little bit spicy! They are ideal for a simple weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Thai Sweet Chili Wings

Thai Iced Tea

a top view of two glasses of thai iced tea with milk added.
Thai Iced Tea. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Cool off with an ice-cold Thai Iced Tea. With a hint of vanilla, this sweet, silky beverage is a refreshing indulgence reminiscent of your favorite Thai restaurant treat. 
Get the Recipe: Thai Iced Tea

Thai Chicken Salad

Thai chicken salad with red peppers and greens.
Thai Chicken Salad. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Thai Chicken Salad is a delicious main dish that is full of flavor and nutrients and is a power-packed salad that is dairy-free and easy to make. It features marinated chicken and a variety of veggies, including arugula and spiralized cucumbers.
Get the Recipe: Thai Chicken Salad

Coconut Curry Thai Turkey Meatballs

Coconut curry Thai turkey meatballs on top of cauliflower rice in a bowl.
Coconut Curry Thai Turkey Meatballs. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These Coconut Curry Thai Turkey Meatballs are full of rich flavor and are a perfect choice for a low-carb weeknight dinner. They feature ground turkey, coconut aminos, canned coconut milk, curry powder, and red curry paste. This meatball recipe can be made and ready to serve in just 30 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Coconut Curry Thai Turkey Meatballs

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