Ancient Chaiya Recipe

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Authentic Pad Thai from Chaiya District

Experience the authentic taste of traditional Pad Thai from Chaiya, Surat Thani Province. This centuries-old recipe has been passed down through generations and is available exclusively at Kawin's Kitchen.

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Kawin's Kitchen Signature Pad Thai

One of Southern Thailand's Signatures

Pad Thai is well-known worldwide, and you can easily find it anywhere you go. However, the Pad Thai served at Kawin's Kitchen is truly special because you can only find it in Southern Thailand, specifically in Surat Thani province. Since it's quite far from Koh Samui, we've brought this menu item to our restaurant so you can experience and taste the authentic Southern Thai flavors.

Our Secret Recipe:

The famous Chaiya Pad Thai is a renowned specialty of Chaiya district in Surat Thani province. It features a unique Pad Thai sauce recipe that can't be found anywhere else in Thailand. When you visit Koh Samui, Kawin's Kitchen wants to offer food-loving tourists the opportunity to taste authentic Southern Thai Pad Thai from its original source. We are proud to present this special Pad Thai recipe exclusively for you.

Ancient Heritage of Chaiya:

What makes our Pad Thai sauce truly special is its connection to the ancient heritage of Chaiya. This historic city has been a significant cultural center of Southern Thailand since the Srivijaya Empire around 1000 BE (Buddhist Era). As one of the oldest settlements in Thailand's south, Chaiya has preserved culinary traditions that date back centuries. The Pad Thai sauce recipe has been passed down through generations, maintaining the authentic flavors that reflect the rich cultural history of this ancient city. The unique blend of ingredients in our sauce represents the culinary wisdom accumulated over a millennium in this historically significant region.

What Makes It Special:

  • Special curry paste blend combining various Thai herbs and spices
  • Rich creaminess from fresh coconut milk simmered with curry paste until fragrant
  • Rice noodles with perfect texture - chewy yet tender on the palate
  • Versatile dish that can be enjoyed with tofu, chicken, or jumbo prawns
  • Roasted ground peanuts that add a distinctive aromatic flavor

A Taste of Southern Thailand:

We invite travelers visiting Southern Thailand and Koh Samui to experience this culinary treasure. Our Signature Pad Thai represents the authentic flavors of Surat Thani that can't be found anywhere else in the world. Each plate tells the story of our local heritage and passion for preserving traditional recipes.

Authentic Pad Thai Sauce Recipe

ส่วนผสมของน้ำผัดไทย / Pad Thai Sauce Ingredients

  • เครื่องก๋วยเตี๋ยว
  • มะขามเปียก
  • น้ำกะทิ
  • หอมแดง
  • น้ำตาลปี๊บอย่างดี
  • น้ำตาลทราย
  • กะปิ
  • เกลือเม็ด
  • น้ำมันพืช
  • พริกใหญ่แห้ง
  • Rice noodles
  • Tamarind paste
  • Coconut milk
  • Shallots
  • Palm sugar
  • Granulated sugar
  • Shrimp paste
  • Rock salt
  • Vegetable oil
  • Dried large chili peppers
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Authentic Pad Thai Sauce Recipe

Learn how to make our signature Pad Thai sauce that brings the authentic flavors of Southern Thailand to your kitchen.

Cooking Instructions:

  1. Peel the shallots and blend them until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Extract the juice from the tamarind paste by mixing with warm water and straining. Set aside.
  3. Heat coconut milk in a pan (no need to wait until it boils).
  4. Add all ingredients (blended shallots, tamarind juice, palm sugar, granulated sugar, rice noodle seasoning, vegetable oil, shrimp paste, and rock salt) to the pan.
  5. Stir continuously until all ingredients are dissolved and well combined.
  6. Wait until the mixture comes to a gentle boil, then taste and adjust the flavor - it should be predominantly sweet, with slight sour and salty notes.
  7. Continue cooking for just a little longer, then turn off the heat. Note: Do not cook for too long or the coconut milk will separate.
  8. Your Pad Thai sauce is now ready to be used with rice noodles!

This authentic sauce is the secret to creating the perfect Pad Thai dish that captures the essence of traditional Thai cuisine.

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Dried Red Chilies

Spicy and aromatic, dried red chilies add flavor and color to our Thai dishes, especially in chili pastes and curry pastes.

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Tamarind Paste

Tangy and sweet, tamarind paste provides the signature sour flavor that makes our Pad Thai truly authentic.

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Palm Sugar

Sweet and caramel-like, palm sugar perfectly balances the savory notes in our dishes.

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