How is Butterfly Pea Flower used in Thai cooking?

Native to equatorial Asia, vivid blue, shell-shaped blossom flower has been used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic and Thai medicine, as well as a natural textile and food dye, very mild, slightly earthy, and woody. Steeped to naturally dye sticky rice, traditional desserts, and vibrant herbal teas (which magically turn bright purple when lime juice is added). Health Benefits: Packed with anthocyanins (antioxidants) that promote eye health, reduce stress, and support healthy hair and skin.

Can I cook with Butterfly Pea Flower in a Chiang Mai cooking class?

Yes - we use Butterfly Pea Flower in our hands-on classes. Explore them on our Cooking Classes page.

Butterfly Pea Flower - Fresh Thai Vegetables | Thai Akha Kitchen

Native to equatorial Asia, vivid blue, shell-shaped blossom flower has been used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic and Thai medicine, as well as a…

Butterfly Pea Flower - Fresh Thai Vegetables | Thai Akha Kitchen Native to equatorial Asia, vivid blue, shell-shaped blossom flower has been used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic and Thai medicine, as well as a…