Steps
- 1.
Pad Thai (Central Thailand): High-heat stir-frying creates wok hei (breath of the wok) while preserving noodle texture
- 2.
Som Tum (Isan region): Mortar pounding releases enzymes from green papaya that tenderize proteins while creating complex textures
- 3.
Moo Ping (Northern Thailand): Charcoal grilling creates Maillard reactions while coconut milk marinade prevents drying