These can be hors d' oeuvres, accompaniments, side dishes, snacks. They include spring rolls, satay, puffed rice cakes with herbed topping. They represent the playful and creative nature of the Thais. A D S Harmony of tastes and herbal flavours are essential.
Major tastes are sour, sweet and salty.
Spiciness comes in different degrees according to meat textures and occasions. E A sweet and sour dish, a fluffy omelette, a stir-fried dish help make a meal more complete. P S Dips entail some complexity. They can be the major dish of a meal with accompaniments of vegetables and some meats. When dips are made thinly, they can be used as salad dressings.