10 Fresh Thai Recipes That Remind Us of "The White Lotus"

We can picture digging into this salad at the hotel breakfast buffet or later by the infinity pool. It’s refreshing and tropical with some unexpected savory ingredients like fish sauce, Thai chili peppers and Thai basil to tie it all together. You can skip the banana protein shake on the side because...if you know you know.

Kate, Laurie and Jaclyn probably knocked a few of these back as part of their girls' trip. Lemongrass syrup and Thai basil adapt the classic cocktail to an Asian island libation.

This super popular Thai curry is on the milder side, but it’s still teeming with flavor thanks to the green curry paste. Simmer chicken, vegetables and curry paste in creamy coconut milk for a satisfying and comforting stew.

When venturing out of the resort to downtown Koh Samui, street food like this pork and egg dish should not be missed, as it is the best food on the island. Crispy ground pork, chiles and holy basil mingle together in an aromatic sauce. Top with a fried egg and serve over rice.

This pungent red curry sauce pairs well with either beef or chicken, along with crisp green beans.

Pad Thai is a simple must-have noodle dish that even non-adventurous Western palates can enjoy.

The noodles aren’t drunk, but they pair well with a cold Thai beer or taste great the morning after too many beers. Stir-fry up this quick street food dish when you’re feeling hungry, and don’t be afraid to keep it spicy (but you can tone down the spice level, too).

There’s nothing like yummy grilled meat on the beach, a Four Seasons Koh Samui specialty. Bring the feeling home by making this recipe in your backyard.

Traditionally, this salad would be made with bitter, unripe green mangoes, but you can use ripe, soft mangoes instead for a sweeter salad.