Unlike non-Thai curries, which normally consist of ground dried spices, Thai curry is a blend of fresh herbs, dried chilies, shallots, and shrimp paste. More complex curries include garlic, galangal, coriander, lemon grass, kaffir lime peel, and pepper. The popular Thai coconut soups are Tom Kha Kai, Tom Yam Kung, and Kaeng Khiao ...