Thalad Muang Mai (The New City Market) in Chiang Mai Thailand



These giant bowls are filled with fresh Thai Curry Paste.
Look at the varieties, and colors. I would bring these curries
back home if customs wouldn't take them away.

     The vibrant local market along the Ping River in Chiang Mai Thailand is called Thalad Muang Mai. The exact translation is "The New City Market." Touching the river bank, this market is only open at night, and it's vendors begin to show up and set up from about 7-8 PM. The stay until 4-5 AM.
This is the market where Thai restaurant owners come to shop for their produce. Its prices are low, its produce is fresh, and its competition is fierce.

Take a look at these pictures if you haven't been for yourself. This post will give you a good idea of what it feels like to walk and shop in the market itself.
 

Cucumbers, tomatoes, chilies, peppers, carrots, potatoes, mini egg plants,
and cherry tomatoes are among the vegetable this vendor is selling.



Rambutans anyone?



Here are some HOT Chili peppers. Look at the size of these bags.
One bite, and you would be screaming "FIRE!"

These are called Rat Ear Mushrooms.

White Chinese Carrots

I am sorry, I do not know what these are called.
Please comment below if you know their name.



These are in the EGG plant family.
There a number of varieties in Thailand.





Here are the Chili Peppers from another vendor.
Even standing near these bags, I could feel the spice heating up my throat.



Chu Chi Curry recipe from Northern Thailand



Here is what the Chu Chi will look like when it is served.

   
     Chu Chi  is one of the most well loved curries in northern Thailand. It is also one of my very favorites. This meal is warm, but sweetened with the addition of coconut milk, and it will surely be a hit at your dinner table.

Make this dinner for a quiet date at home for two, or serve it for company.

The complements will come quickly, and they will be sincere.

Chu Chi will be a hit with everyone!

Ingredients:

1 large Red Pepper, 1 large Sweet Onion,
1 HOT Green Chili, and 4 Scallions



1.5 Pounds of Boneless Pork Shoulder will make enough to serve 3-4 people

Fish Sauce























Coconut Milk

 

Coconut Powder will do just fine,
 but will make a less creamy Chu Chi.



Red Thai Chili Paste



Jasmine Rice tastes very good with
Thai Curry

Fresh Basil

Remember to cut the pork into small bite sized pieces

 Preparation:

         Here are all of the ingredients you will need to make Chu Chi correctly. Cut the onions into thin slices, and make the peppers fine and even, to create the perfect look. Always slice your scallions into tiny rings. Make sure you have prepped your ingredients well, it will make the curry more delicious!