Which Thai ingredients can I take home? I live in Europe.

Take advantage of your trip to Thailand to buy top quality ingredients to cook after your return to Europe! But what exactly are you allowed to take home?

The good news is that you can bring almost anything back! European phytosanitary regulations are rather tolerant regarding imported foodstuffs. Let's start by seeing what is not allowed and then we will recommend some authorized ingredients that will keep well during transport.

Sugar, seafood, fruits, vegetables, plants and spices can be part of the trip.

If you like Thai cuisine, you already know that we add sugar to all our dishes, in generous quantities. Take advantage of your stay to buy coconut nectar, hard to find in Europe and very expensive. Below, in photo, our favorite variety, a real delight!

Don't forget the spices! Even if you can easily find all types of spices in Europe, it will be much cheaper in Thailand. Choose the seeds of cumin, coriander and white pepper for your curry pastes. If you like Sino-Thaï recipes, buy a little cinnamon and star anise. You can also use them for a massaman curry. And maybe also turmeric, for your chicken satay? Unless you have the opportunity to visit a plantation, choose your spices at the supermarket instead of the market. They will be labelled, an expiry date will be mentioned and they will be kept in better temperature conditions anyway.

You are now equipped with the essentials of Thai cooking! If you would like more information about the recommended ingredients and how to store them, feel free to contact us, we will be happy to help you.