Thai cuisine is renowned for its bold flavors, aromatic herbs, and fiery spices, which combine to create delicious dishes. At White Coconut Thai Restaurant, we use traditional herbs and spices to bring authentic flavors to our Bedford Thai food.
Lemongrass is a fragrant herb with a citrusy aroma and a hint of ginger. Its tender stalks are often bruised or finely chopped to release their aromatic oils, infusing dishes like Tom Yum soup and Thai green curry with a refreshing zing.
Thai basil lends a spicy, anise-like flavor to stir-fries, noodle dishes, and curries. Dishes like Pad Krapow Moo (Thai basil pork stir-fry) showcase its fresh, herbaceous notes, making it a kitchen essential in Thai households.
Distinct from ginger, galangal adds a peppery, piney taste to soups and curries. Whether sliced thinly or pounded into a paste, its unique flavor enhances dishes like Tom Kha Gai (coconut chicken soup) and Gaeng Keow Wan (Thai green curry).
Kaffir lime leaves impart a bright, citrusy flavor to soups, curries, and stir-fries. Whether torn into pieces or finely shredded, these aromatic leaves elevate dishes like Tom Yum Goong (spicy shrimp soup) with a burst of tangy freshness.
Tiny but fiery, Thai chili peppers add heat to salads, curries, and stir-fries, giving them a signature Thai kick. Whether fresh or dried, these peppers are beloved by those who crave bold, spicy flavors.
Cilantro adds a burst of freshness to Thai dishes, balancing flavors and enhancing the overall aroma. Sprinkled generously over dishes or used as a garnish, it’s a staple herb in Thai cuisine.
Turmeric, with its vibrant golden hue and earthy flavor, adds color and depth to Thai curries and stir-fries. Beyond its culinary uses, turmeric also boasts medicinal properties, making it a prized ingredient in Thai cooking.
Ground coriander seeds contribute a warm, citrusy flavor to Thai curry pastes, enhancing the complexity of dishes like Massaman curry. Whether toasted and ground fresh or used in powdered form, coriander seeds are essential to Thai cuisine.
The flavor profile of Thai food is unique, and that is down to the herbs and spices. At White Coconut Thai, we recreate the flavors of Thailand right here in Bedford by carefully selecting the best ingredients.
In celebration of the Holidays.
White Coconut will be closed Christmas Eve through to December 26ᵗʰ.
We will be reopening on Friday, December 27ᵗʰ.