CBD-Infused Yum Kai Dao: A Relaxing Twist on a Thai Classic
Yum Kai Dao, a popular Thai street food, is a spicy and sour salad made with crispy fried eggs, vegetables, and a tangy dressing. In this recipe, we’ve added the benefits of CBD oil to create a relaxing and calming culinary experience. CBD, or cannabidiol, is a non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis plants that has been shown to reduce anxiety and inflammation. By incorporating CBD oil into the dressing, we’ve created a dish that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also promotes relaxation and well-being.
CBD-Infused Yum Kai Dao Recipe
Ingredients for dressing:
- 1-2 Thai chilies
- 1 ½ tablespoon palm sugar
- 3 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 10-15 mg CBD oil (adjust to your desired dose)
Ingredients for salad:
- Neutral oil for frying
- 4 eggs, room temperature
- ¼ small red or yellow onion, julienned
- 2 stalks, celery plus a handful of leaves
- ½ cup tomatoes, cut in wedges
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- ¼ cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped or lightly crushed
Instructions:
For dressing:
- Add the chilies to a mortar and pestle and pound until fine.
- Add the palm sugar and pound to dissolve into a thick paste.
- Add the lime juice, fish sauce, and CBD oil. Stir to combine.
For fried eggs:
- In a wok or an small non-stick frying pan, add about a quarter inch of oil.
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat until very hot.
- Crack one egg into the oil, and if your oil is hot enough the egg white should start to bubble right away.
- Use a spoon to baste the top of the egg with oil as it fries, and keep going for about 2 minutes or until the yolk is set and the white is bubbly and browned around the edges.
- Remove the egg from the pan and let it drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Repeat with the remaining eggs.
Assembly:
- Combine all the vegetables in a mixing bowl.
- Cut the eggs into six wedges, centered around the yolk so that there is a little bit of yolk in every piece.
- Add the eggs to the vegetables and pour the dressing over.
- Toss gently just to mix and plate.
- Top with roasted peanuts and serve with jasmine rice.
CBD Note: Start with a low dose (5-10 mg) and adjust to your comfort level. Consult with a healthcare professional if you have any questions or concerns.