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Great Late-Summer Thai Recipes!

Newest & Best Thai Recipes for Late-Summer Eating!

By , About.com Guide

The end of summer is a wonderful time for food lovers. All the fresh summer produce is in, and most of the fall vegetables are becoming available too. Try using some of that bounty to cook up a new Thai dish - you'll find the newest and best in this list, from fresh salad ideas to simple recipes for the grill, it's all here.  ENJOY!

1. Thai Corn Fritters (Vegetarian/Gluten-free)

Thai Corn FrittersCopyright D.Schmidt

This scrumptious recipe for corn fritters is a real treat, and it's also vegetarian plus gluten free! - made with fresh-off-the-cob OR frozen corn, tofu, and a variety of vegetables. The corn fritter batter takes only minutes to stir together, then just drop spoonfuls into hot oil and fry for a few minutes. An easy treat that is terrific as an appetizer, snack, or finger food for a party.

2. Homemade Thai Green Curry Sauce

Thai Green Curry SauceCopyright Darlene A. Schmidt, 08/21/10

Now is the perfect time of year to make a green curry, while all the fresh herbs and chilies are so readily available and tasting their very best.  Just toss all the ingredients into your blender or food processor, and you have a fragrant Thai green curry sauce that's superb whether made into a curry or used to make other Thai dishes, like noodles, grilled foods, and more.

3. Classic Thai Basil Pork Stir-Fry

Basil Pork Stir-FryDarlene A. Schmidt

Fresh basil is at its best - and cheapest! - right now, and this dish makes excellent use of it.  If you're a fan of authentic Thai food, I'm certain you'll love this dish. 

4. Vegetarian Thai Pumpkin Curry (with Citrus Notes) - Vegan/Gluten-free

Pumpkin Curry (Infused with Citrus)D.Schmidt

This vegetarian curry offers an array of bright colors to celebrate summer's end - orange, yellow, and red - infused with citrus accents. You'll love the delicious taste of this curry, as well as its healthy combination of vegetables. One of the most popular curry recipes on this site!

5. Thai Larb Chicken Salad (Classic Thai!)

Larb Chicken SaladCopyright Darlene A. Schmidt

Larb Chicken salad is classic Thai, and so good, I personally find it addictive. Makes a terrific dinner salad on a warm late-summer night - just pair with a glass of cold white wine for a true Thai treat!

6. Thai Green Mango Salad (most popular summer salad!)

Thai Green Mango SaladCopyright D.Schmidt

Mango is still in season, and the fresh herbs you'll need for this salad are plentiful this time of year too. Enjoy this amazing salad as a side dish, or make it into a complete meal by adding cooked shrimp, chicken, or deep-fried tofu if you are vegetarian. Any way you toss it, this sensual salad will be sure to win rave reviews from all your culinary fans!

7. Grilled Halibut in an Easy Thai Marinade

Grilled Halibut SteaksD.Schmidt
Fresh halibut is easy to find through summer and into the fall, and grilling fish isn't as difficult as it seems, especially halibut, which cooks easily without falling apart. The Thai marinade is put together in a matter of minutes, and as a bonus, it doubles as a glaze/dipping sauce. This halibut recipe makes a quick and easy meal for everyday, but is also elegant enough to serve at your next barbecue or cookout. Enjoy!

8. Real Thai Chicken Satay

Thai Satay on GrillCopyright Darlene A. Schmidt, 08/09/10

It's not too late in the season to be grilling up something wonderful, like this amazing Thai Chicken Satay.  If you haven't made this recipe yet, what's stopping you?  This easy step-by-step tutorial makes satay as easy as a summer breeze.  Give it a go!

9. Vegetarian Thai Satay (Vegan)

Vegetarian Thai SatayCopyright Darlene A. Schmidt, 08/18/10

Try this Thai Tofu Satay for a late-summer vegetarian/vegan main course dish that's incredibly flavorful, plus nutritionally complete. The satay marinade for this dish has been handed down through my husband's family for generations, going all the way back to Thailand and northern Malaysia, and you'll taste its authenticity!

10. Summer Rolls

Making Summer RollsD.Schmidt

Unlike spring rolls, summer rolls are not deep-fried - they're fresh and crisp like summer itself, plus rich in flavor and texture. Thai Summer Rolls are a meal unto themselves, including adequate servings of protein, carbs, and greens (vegetarian instructions included).

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