These are the tales of people, places and tastes that transported Noi from a rural Thai village to a life she never even dreamed of. Much-loved mum to Marion Grasby and all-round force of nature, Mama Noi, has released her long-awaited cookbook.
In Mama Noi: Secrets From An Asian Mama’s Kitchen, you’ll find classic retro recipes just like the ones from the Chinese and Thai restaurants... only done the Mama Noi way. Full of secrets. And full of flavour.
Secrets from an Asian Mama’s Kitchen
MAMA NOI:
SECRETS FROM AN ASIAN MAMA'S KITCHEN
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Stories to make you happy; food to make you feel good
Stories to make you happy; food to make you feel good
1. HOW TO: THAI DINNER BANQUET
Mama Noi showcases the dishes, flavours and textures that she would recommend if you’re putting on a Thai banquet for loved ones (and that would make Mama Noi very happy).
2. HOW TO: CHINESE DINNER BANQUET
Mama Noi reveals the dishes that she would make if she were celebrating something special with a Chinese banquet for family and friends.
3. SOUPS & STARTERS
Organised like your favourite Asian takeout menu, Mama Noi’s book kicks off with old-school soups and entrees, such as Fried Prawn Wontons and Son-in-Law Eggs (we love the back story to those). All of them delish.
HOW TO THAI DINNER BANQUET
Mama Noi showcases the dishes, flavours and textures that she would recommend if you’re putting on a Thai banquet for loved ones (and that would make Mama Noi very happy).
HOW TO CHINESE DINNER BANQUET
Mama Noi reveals the dishes that she would make if she were celebrating something special with a Chinese banquet for family and friends.
SOUPS & STARTERS
Organised like your favourite Asian takeout menu, Mama Noi’s book kicks off with old-school soups and entrees, such as Fried Prawn Wontons and Son-in-Law Eggs (we love the back story to those). All of them delish.
NOODLES & RICE
We could have called this one ‘Asian mama comfort food at its best’. Mama Noi is pretty famous for her dishes, including many of the ones you’ll find in this chapter, such as Thai Pork & Gravy Noodles and Beef Chow Fun.
4. NOODLES & RICE
We could have called this one ‘Asian mama comfort food at its best’. Mama Noi is pretty famous for her dishes, including many of the ones you’ll find in this chapter, such as Thai Pork & Gravy Noodles and Beef Chow Fun.
5. SEAFOOD
When a party calls for a centrepiece dish, Mama Noi is here to help (she loves a party). Wow your guests with dishes like Choo Chee Chargrilled Prawns and Whole Steamed Ginger & Soy Fish and let the dancing begin.
6. CHICKEN & DUCK
Mama Noi gets the greatest joy from making food that makes people happy. And if fried chicken slathered in a honey sauce puts a smile on your dial, then Mama Noi is happy. You’ll find that recipe, and more, in this chapter.
SEAFOOD
When a party calls for a centrepiece dish, Mama Noi is here to help (she loves a party). Wow your guests with dishes like Choo Chee Chargrilled Prawns and Whole Steamed Ginger & Soy Fish and let the dancing begin.
CHICKEN & DUCK
Mama Noi gets the greatest joy from making food that makes people happy. And if fried chicken slathered in a honey sauce puts a smile on your dial, then Mama Noi is happy. You’ll find that recipe, and more, in this chapter.
7. BEEF & PORK
There are many Asian mama secrets to making those nostalgic restaurant dishes we all love. Here Mama Noi shows you how to make everyone’s favourites, like Thai Massaman Beef Curry (Mama Noi is famous for her version), and Chinese Beef in Black Bean Sauce.
8. SIDES & SAUCES
“Spicy hot, yet a little sweet… just like me!” says Mama Noi. This is how Mama Noi would describe her favourite sides and sauces. It’s all in the balance of flavours, and she’s letting you in on the secrets.
9. DESSERTS
Mama Noi has a bit of a sweet tooth. She once scoured the streets of Bangkok looking for the perfect Pandan Custard & Steamed Bread. You’ll find that recipe and all her other favourites here, including her secret twist to Deep-Fried Ice Cream.
BEEF & PORK
There are many Asian mama secrets to making those nostalgic restaurant dishes we all love. Here Mama Noi shows you how to make everyone’s favourites, like Thai Massaman Beef Curry (Mama Noi is famous for her version), and Chinese Beef in Black Bean Sauce.
SIDES & SAUCES
“Spicy hot, yet a little sweet… just like me!” says Mama Noi. This is how Mama Noi would describe her favourite sides and sauces. It’s all in the balance of flavours, and she’s letting you in on the secrets.
IN SPECTACULAR HARDCOVER
Just some of the recipes you’ll find in
Mama Noi: Secrets from an Asian Mama’s Kitchen
IN SPECTACULAR HARDCOVER
Just some of the recipes you’ll find in
Mama Noi: Secrets from an Asian Mama’s Kitchen