It can also have a temper. It can be spicy hot, but it's not as heavy and fiery as Indian food or as gently flavoured as Chinese. Happily Thai cuisine is a pleasant contrast between the two. Instead of using MSG to enhance the flavour, the secret of Thai cooking is to maintain a delicate balance between the spices and main ingredients. One ingredient does not overwhelm the other.
Perfection comes with practise, and tasting is the key to a successful dish.
Texture and colour contrast is also important. Thai cuisine is amazingly versatile. One dish can have as many as four variations. Although beef, chicken and seafood are most often used, vegetarian dishes are equally popular. Additional Thai favourite seasonings are lemon grass and kaffir lime leaves.