About Mae Ploy
These pastes are made with high-quality, natural ingredients, free from artificial additives, ensuring restaurant-quality results every time. They're versatile too: dilute for soups, intensify for stir-fries, or use as a marinade. We've also included Heng Shun Pure Sesame Oil 150ml (expiry Nov 2025) to finish dishes with its nutty aroma, enhancing stir-fries, dressings, or dipping sauces.
Store pastes in a cool, dry place; once opened, refrigerate and use within weeks for peak freshness. Whether you're new to Thai cooking or a seasoned fan, Mae Ploy simplifies creating pad Thai, green curry, or massaman feasts. Elevate your midweek meals or impress at dinner parties with these bold, aromatic essentials.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Mae Ploy curry pastes authentic?
Mae Ploy pastes are crafted in Thailand using traditional recipes with fresh galangal, kaffir lime, and chillies, just like street vendors use. They balance sweet, sour, salty, and spicy notes for true-to-form dishes without needing extra ingredients.
How do I use Mae Ploy Massaman Curry Paste?
Sauté the paste in oil, add coconut milk, meat or veggies, and simmer. It's perfect for a hearty curry with potatoes and peanuts, ready in under an hour. Serve with rice for a comforting meal.
Are these pastes suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, most Mae Ploy pastes like Green and Massaman are vegetarian-friendly, containing no shrimp paste or fish sauce. Always check labels and adapt recipes with veggie stocks or tofu.
How should I store opened Mae Ploy pastes?
Keep unopened pastes in a cupboard. Once opened, transfer to a jar, top with a layer of oil, and refrigerate. They last 2-3 months and retain bold flavours.
Can I use Tom Yum Paste for non-soup dishes?
Absolutely – mix into stir-fries, noodles, or as a marinade for prawns. It adds instant zing to salads or fried rice too.
