Healthier Frying: Thai Culinary Traditions Meet Modern, Low-Fat Techniques
New cooking methods are enabling people to enjoy fried foods with fewer health risks, a valuable development for Thailand where fried dishes are central to many meals. Recent research highlights practical approaches to reduce oil absorption and calories without sacrificing flavor.
Fried foods attract many in Thailand for their crisp texture and rich taste, staples in iconic dishes like kai tod (fried chicken) and pla tod (fried fish). Yet these items can contribute to heart disease and obesity due to high oil uptake. The shift toward healthier frying aims to preserve beloved flavors while boosting public health.