holly-doodle-dooing

Saturday broke for some interesting fun. I headed out for ride in the shine and stumbled upon a vacant pool. Nearly all to myself. I may have taken full advantage of the 70 baht opportunity a few times during the weekend.

 Cost, 70 baht - Near Koh Lampuh (Exercise Island). Overlooks the Tipee River, and beyond the rive is the Island. Great view.

In the evening, I heard there was a football game (soccer).  Therefore I jumped on that option with a few minutes to spare after getting back from some water fun. I believe I am officially, a Surat Thani Rooster fan.  Yes, roosters. Really couldn't be more appropriate, as you have gathered from my previous blogs.  The game was fun. It wasn't a full house, but there certainly wasn't a lack of enthusiasm from the die hard fans.  The game was 2:1 Roosters, for a majority of the game.  The game started at 5ish. Lucky for me the stadium is within close proximity to my place, rather close to the ST Military Base.

 Care to see the action up close?

 Rooster Clip1

 Rooster Clip2

 After the half, the sun began to lower. There was a need for flood lights, but that were a bit scant that evening. At one point, all the lights went out. The game was then stalled for about five minutes until a small handful of the flood lights on the panel began to hold strong.  On went the game. In the background, there was constant drumming, odd whistle sounds, dramatic chants, large flags, and crazy young men cheering the team.  With 20 minutes left on the clock, the game came to a halt - many of us are still unsure as to why.  The game was stalled for about 35-40 minutes.  A dog even took to the field in the time. Finally the game resumed. I actually had to leave a bit early as I had a dinner date with a lad 10,000 miles from me.  Game cost, 50 baht. Well worth it, I shall attend again soon.

 Game on, the lights are back.

After a quick market stop, I make my dinner choice of Thai cashew chicken, a personal favorite of mine.  I decided that going months without it was unnecessary.

large onion, shallot, chilies, cashews, chicken, honey, soy sauce, fish sauce

 Recipe for Thai Cashew Chicken
8 oz of chicken, diced
4 cloves of garlic, minced
2 T cooking oil (I used sunflower oil)
1 medium onion, sliced or chopped
2 shallots, minced
4 oz of cashews
3 T soy sauce
1 T fish sauce (omit if you prefer soy sauce)
1 tsp honey
8 bird's eye chilies (adjust or omit per your preference)

Heat skillet or wok on medium-medium high heat. Once oil begins to heat, add the garlic, onions, chilies, and shallots. Add cashew nuts.  Once fragrant, add the chicken, soy sauce and/or fish sauce. Add the honey per taste preference.  Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove wok from heat.  Serve with steamed rice.

*Enjoy with brown rice or brown rice medley for added fiber.  Spring onions with add a tasty addition to you dish as well.  Feel free to add other vegetables as you please.  

Onions, shallots, chillies, garlic, and cashews all added to the wok. Everything browned nicely. Time to add the chicken, sauces, and honey (if desired).

Cook until the chicken is well cooked. Looks like it's done. 

And, time to enjoy the meal with some good company and lots of smiles.