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Please inquire about ai Orchid Room’s customized catering for your next special event! Banquets and take-out also available! Exotic and Healthy! Fresh...Flavorful... These words come to mind when I think of Thai fare. It is a wonderful blend of exotic ingredients, making it one of the most delicious and healthiest cuisines in the world. (Check out the last page of this menu on ‘Beneficial Properties of Herbs & Spices Used in ai cooking’) One will find it to be a balance of sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and of course, spicy flavors - these flavors are what makes Thai cuisine so distinctive! (Here at ai Orchid Room, we reserve the spice and only make it as hot as you like it!) In Thailand and Laos (both my heritage), food is such an integral part of the people’s culture. It represents hospitality, generosity, and longevity. The people are charming and hospitable, inviting you into their homes and offering food and drink as a gesture of welcome. When I look back on my childhood, Mom and Dad have always been that way. No matter who you were, they would invite you in and made sure you had enough to eat and drink. Mom and Dad always ensured the best ingredients were used, and thus took great pride in all the meals they prepared. They never compromised on quality. This standard, to not compromise on quality, is the basis of our restaurant: Source the best ingredients you can find, make delicious food, and combine it with great, personable service. All in a beautiful and welcoming atmosphere! Thank-you, Kop Koon Mak, for joining us at Thai Orchid Room. We are honored to be able to bring the food and culture of ailand to Medicine Hat. Enjoy! On behalf of all our Staff,

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  • Please inquire about Thai Orchid Rooms customized catering for your next special event! Banquets and take-out also available!

    Exotic and Healthy!Fresh...Flavorful...

    Used in Thai CookingBeneficial Properties of Herbs & Spices

    These words come to mind when I think of Thai fare. It is a wonderful blend of exotic ingredients, making it one of the most delicious and healthiest cuisines in the world.

    (Check out the last page of this menu on Beneficial Properties of Herbs & Spices Used in Thai cooking) One will find it to be a balance of sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and of course, spicy flavors - these flavors

    are what makes Thai cuisine so distinctive! (Here at Thai Orchid Room, we reserve the spice and only make it as hot as you like it!)

    In Thailand and Laos (both my heritage), food is such an integral part of the peoples culture. It represents hospitality, generosity, and longevity. The people are charming and hospitable,

    inviting you into their homes and offering food and drink as a gesture of welcome. When I look back on my childhood, Mom and Dad have always been that way.

    No matter who you were, they would invite you in and made sure you had enough to eat and drink. Mom and Dad always ensured the best ingredients were used, and thus took great pride

    in all the meals they prepared. They never compromised on quality.

    This standard, to not compromise on quality, is the basis of our restaurant: Source the best ingredients you can find, make delicious food, and combine it with great,

    personable service. All in a beautiful and welcoming atmosphere! Thank-you, Kop Koon Mak, for joining us at Thai Orchid Room.

    We are honored to be able to bring the food and culture of Thailand to Medicine Hat.

    Enjoy!On behalf of all our Staff,

  • Not all ingredients are listed. Each dish is made from scratch so please notify your server of any allergies or food preferences so we can adjust your meal.

    15% gratuity will be added to the final bill for groups of 8 or more.

    Hot AuthenticMedium

    Keos Spring Rolls (Paw Pia Tawt) (4 pc).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95These.homemade.spring.rolls.have.our.signature.on.them!.Egg.and.flour.wrappings.stuffed.with.carrot,.onion,.tarro.root.(asian.potato),.silver.noodle,.pork.and.Thai.spices,.deep-fried.until.golden,.served.with.our.own.sweet.and.sour.sauce

    Chicken Sa-Tay (4 pc). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.95Four.skewers.of.marinated.meat.grilled.and.served.with.peanut.sauce.

    Summer Rolls.(3 pc).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.95These.rolls.are.absolutely.delicious!.Rice.paper.wrapped.with.vermicelli.noodle,.fresh.herbs,.lettuce,.beansprout,.tiger.prawn.and.sliced.chicken.breast...Served.with.our.tangy.chili.lime.dipping.sauce.

    Coconut Shrimp.(8 pc).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.95Large.prawns.lightly.breaded.with.rice.flour.and.shredded.co-conut.flakes,.deep-fried.until.golden,.served.with.mango.chili.sauce.

    Mussels with Spicy Black Bean Sauce (10 pc)... . 12.95 New.Zealand.mussels.on.the.half-shell,.sauteed.in.a.spicy.gar-lic.and.black.bean.sauce.with.fresh.Thai.basil.

    Clams Pad Phet.(1 pound).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95 Manila.clams.sauteed.with.spicy.curry.paste,.garlic.and.fresh.Thai.basil.Combination Appetizer Platter.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.754.Chicken.Sa-tay,.3.Spring.Rolls,.2.Summer.Rolls.

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    Papaya Salad.(Som Tum)... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.75This.dish,.of.shredded.green.papaya,.captures.the.essential.flavours.of.Thailand:.chilli.hot.(or.not),.redolent.with.garlic.and.fish.sauce.and.sour.with.lime.juice..Mixed.with.shredded.carrot,.tomato.and.topped.with.roasted.peanuts.(on.side),.it.is.every.bit.the.essence.of.Thailand.

    Grilled Beef or Chicken Salad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.75(Laab Nuea or Gai Naam Toke)Sliced.grilled.beef.tossed.with.red.onion,.tomato,.cucumber,.bean.sprout,.cilantro,.mint,.nampla.(fish.sauce).and.fresh.lime.juice..Delicious!

    Orchid Seafood Salad... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95Breaded.calamari.and.prawn,.deep-fried,.tossed.with.red.onion,.herbs,.romaine.lettuce.and.bean.sprouts,.in.a.sweet.and.spicy.chili.sauce.along.with.fresh.mango. (This salad can also be made with chicken, instead of seafood. Please request with your server.).

    ....Phuket Fisherman Soup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.75Consists.of.prawn,.scallop,.calamari,.clams,.and.P.E.I..mussels,.in.a.rich.and.flavorful.hot.and.sour.broth.simmered.with.lime.leaves,.galanga.herb.and.lemongrass!

    Hot and Sour (Tom Yum) Tomato,.lemongrass,.lime.leaves.and.mushrooms.in.a.fragrant.hot.and.sour.broth.Chicken... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.50or Prawn.Soup... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.95 Chicken Coconut Milk Soup (Tom Kha Gai)... . . . . . . . . . 9.95An.aromatic.blend.of.coconut.milk,.chicken,.lemongrass,.galangal,.lime.leaves,.onion,.mushroom.and.tomato.

    Won Ton Soup.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.50A.clear,.flavorful.soup.broth.with.green.onions.and.shanghai.bokchoy.along.with.chicken.and.shrimp.stuffed.wontons..

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  • Not all ingredients are listed. Each dish is made from scratch so please notify your server of any allergies or food preferences so we can adjust your meal.

    15% gratuity will be added to the final bill for groups of 8 or more.

    Hot AuthenticMedium

    Fried Tofu Appetizer.(5 pc)... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.50Firm.tofu.deep-fried.and.served.with.sweet.n.sour.sauce.

    Veggie Summer Rolls Appetizer.(3 pc)... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95Julienned.vegetables,.vermicelli.noodles.and.herbs.wrapped.in.rice.paper..with.cilantro.and.mint...Served.with.our.chili.lime.dipping.sauce.

    Curry-Ginger Vegetables... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95Fresh.market.vegetables.wok-stirred.with.our.special.curry-ginger.sauce.and.tofu.

    Choice of Yellow, Red, or Green Vegetable Curry..15.95Fresh.vegetables,.tofu.and.potato.simmered.in.coconut.milk.made.with.Thai.curry.paste.

    Tofu Peanut Curry... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95Fried.bean.curds.in.peanut.curry.sauce;.served.on.a.bed.of.fresh.spinach.along.with.mixed.vegetables.

    Cashew Tofu... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95Fresh.vegetables,.roasted.cashews.and.fried.tofu.stir.fried.in.a.blend.of.oyster.and.soya.based.sauce.

    Tofu Pad Phet.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.50Fried.tofu.stir-fried.with.spicy.chili.paste,.select.vegetables.and.fresh.Thai.basil..

    Asparagus with Black Bean & Garlic... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.50Fresh.Asparagus.wok-stirred.with.garlic.in.a.sweet.and.spicy.oyster.sauce.and.black.bean.paste.

    Veggie Pad Thai Noodles... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.50Traditional.stir-fried.rice.noodles.with.onion,.egg,.beansprout,.tofu.and.fresh.vegetables.

    Veggie Laad Nar Noodles .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.50Noodle.bowl.with.pan-fried.wide.rice.noodles,.a.blend.of.oyster.and.soya,.making.it.thick.and.saucy..Topped.with.fresh.vegetables.and.tofu.

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    Most.of.our.Entrees.will.consist.of.our.fresh.vegetables.(carrot,.onion,.mushroom,.zucchini,.snow.pea,.broccoli,.red.bell.pepper,.baby.corn.and.bamboo.shoots).along.with.fried.tofu..

    All.Entrees.served.with.Jasmine.Rice.except.for.noodle.dishes.

    Yellow (Gaeng Leung).-.made.with.pure.India.Curry.Powder.and.rich.coconut.milk,.this.curry.is.sweet.and.very.flavorful!

    Green.(Gaeng Kiaw Wan) -.consisting.of.the.flavorful.cilantro.and.super-healthy.spinach,.rich.coconut.milk,Thai.basil.and.lime.leaves,.this.is.also.a.delicious.curry.you.must.try!.

    Red (Gaeng Phet).-.one.of.the.more.popular.curries,.it.consists.of.paprika.and.Thai.herbs,.basil,.and.rich.coconut.milk..

    Peanut (Pa-nang).-.definitely.a.bestseller.as.well,.this.curry.is.similar.to.the.red,.but.with.smooth.peanut.butter.added..Served.with.vegetables.as.well.as.over.power-packed.spinach!.

    Matsaman.-.Chunky.tender.beef,.carrot,.onion,.potato.and.peanuts.gives.this.dish.its.distinctive.taste..Delicious!.(Unable to substitute meat).

    Note: add cashews to any dish 1.50

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    Consists.of.fresh.vegetables.(the.yellow.and.green.curries.also.contain.potato).and.your.choice.of.Beef,.Chicken,.or.Pork.tenders,.Prawns.(add.2.00),.Seafood.(prawns,.calamari,.clams,.P.E.I..mussels.and.scallops,.add.3.00).Served.with.jasmine.rice..Please.note:.Curries.start.off.at.a.medium.spice!.

    Curries(starting at). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.95

  • Not all ingredients are listed. Each dish is made from scratch so please notify your server of any allergies or food preferences so we can adjust your meal.

    15% gratuity will be added to the final bill for groups of 8 or more.

    Hot AuthenticMedium

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    Weve.added.a.different.element.to.this.part.of.our.menu...You.choose.the.meat.or.seafood,.and.which.stir-fry.sauce.you.would.like.your.dish.prepared.in..All.stir-fried.with.select.fresh.vegetables..

    Served.with.jasmine.rice..

    Create Your Own.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95Choice.of.Beef,.Chicken,.Pork.tenders,.Prawns (add 2.00).or.Seafood.Combo.(prawns, calamari, P.E.I. mussels, clams, scallops, add 3.00)

    Choose.your.sauce:...Ginger Sauce.(Pad King)....fresh.sliced.ginger,.oyster,.and.soya.sauce. Thai Basil Sauce.(Pad KraPow)...oyster,.soya,.sweet.Thai.basil. Cashew Sauce.(Pad Himmapan) ..oyster,.soya,.and.roasted.cashew.nuts. Black Bean & Garlic Sauce.(Pad Tooa DinDum)..black.bean.with.red.chilli.paste.. Curry-Ginger Sauce.(Pad Kari King) ..yellow.Curry.and.sweet.soya.sauce

    Pad Phet.(spicy chili paste).with.garlic.and.basil

    Lemongrass Chicken.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95Breaded.chicken.stir-fried.with.fresh.garlic,.kohlrabi.(when available),.broccoli.and.cherry.tomato.in.a.sweet.lemongrass.sauce...

    Thai B.B.Q. Chicken... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95Chicken.Breasts.marinated.in.coconut.milk.and.Thai.spices;.served.with.spring.mix.salad.along.with.house.dressing.and.side.of.sweet.and.sour.sauce.

    Thai B.B.Q. Pork... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95Marinated.Pork.with.Thai.spices;.served.with.spring.mix.salad.along.with.house.dressing.and.side.of.sweet.and.sour.sauce..

    Traditional Pad Thai.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95 Sliced.chicken.breast,.shrimp,.onion,.egg,.stir-fried.with.rice.noodles.and.bean.sprouts,.using.tamarind.and.oyster.sauce.as.its.base..(Add.fresh.veggies.to.this.dish,.1.50)

    Laad Nar Noodles.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95.Wide.rice.noodles.stir-fried.with.vegetables.in.a.sweet.oyster/soya.flavored.sauce..Choice.of.chicken,.beef.or.pork.tenders.(Prawns,.add.2.00).

    Drunken Noodles.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95.Wide.rice.noodles.pan-fried.with.light.oyster.and.soya.sauce,.fresh.vegetables.and.Thai.basil..Choice.of.chicken,.beef.or.pork.tenders..(Pawns.add.2.00)

    Divine Rice Chicken. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95.Classic.Thai-style.fried.rice.with.onion,.tomato.and.egg..Topped.with.green.onions..

    Divine Rice Prawns.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95.Classic.Thai-style.fried.rice.with.onion,.tomato.and.egg..Topped.with.green.onions.

    Special Mixed Fried Rice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95.Fried.rice.mixed.with.egg,.onion,.prawns,.pork.and.chicken..Topped.with.green.onions.

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  • Not all ingredients are listed. Each dish is made from scratch so please notify your server of any allergies or food preferences so we can adjust your meal.

    15% gratuity will be added to the final bill for groups of 8 or more.

    Hot AuthenticMedium

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    We.offer.a.variety.of.delicious.seafood.to.tempt.your.palate!.A.must-try.for.all.seafood.lovers!.Served.with.jasmine.rice.

    7 oz Lobster Tail Shoo-Chee... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.95Poached.lobster.tail.sauteed.in.a.spicy.chili.curry.sauce.with.lime.leaves,.asparagus,.select.vegetables,.coconut.milk.and.spring.mix.salad.with.house.dressing...

    Red Curry Halibut... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.956.oz.halibut.fillet.poached,.topped.with.our.red.curry.coconut.milk.sauteed.with.fresh.asparagus,.red.bell.peppers,.roasted.cashews,.along.with.banana,.mango.and.pineapple..

    Salmon Shoo-Chee .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.957.oz.Pan-fried.salmon.fillet,.topped.with.our.spicy.chili.curry.sauce.with.lime.leaves,.asparagus,.red.bell.peppers.and.coconut.milk.

    Grilled Prawns.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.954.skewers.of.grilled.prawns.and.fresh.vegetables,.brushed.with.a.tangy.oyster.sauce..Served.with.spring.mix.salad.along.with.house.dressing.and.side.of.sweet.and.sour.sauce.

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    ON THEAll.entrees,.except.Noodle.&.Rice.dishes,.are.served.with.Jasmine.Rice.

    You.may.substitute.for.coconut.rice,.brown.rice,.sticky.rice,.or.noodles.for.1.50.

    Kids MenuFor.our.guests.12.years.and.under

    Chicken Fingers with French Fries.(or.sub.rice). . . . .6.99Served.with.ketchup.and.plum.sauce.

    Noodle Stir-fry.with.Chicken.and.Veggies.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.99

    Rice Stir-fry with.Chicken.and.Veggies.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.99

    Childrens Appy Plate.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95Consists.of.2.pc.Chicken.Sa-tay.and.2.pc.Spring.Roll.with.small.Sticky.Rice

    Side of Steamed Veggies.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00

    Peanut Sauce. Small.0.75. .

    Jasmine Rice. Small.2.00. Medium.3.95.. . . . . Large.6.95

    Coconut Rice.. Small.3.00. Medium.5.95.. . . . . Large.9.95

    Brown Rice. Small.3.00. Medium.5.95.. . . . . Large.9.95

    Sticky Rice.. Small.3.00. Medium.5.95

  • .Cumin -.Considered.an.effective.remedy.for.indigestion..Taken.to.relieve.gas,.diarrhea.and.cramps.

    Garlic -.Used.in.medicine.and.food.since.the.time.of.the.Egyptian.Pharaohs..Fights.hardening.of.arteries.through.its.proven.ability.to.lower.cholesterol..It.also.has.proven.antibiotic.properties.and.mild.anticlotting.effect.on.blood.

    Ginger -.Helps.relieve.many.conditions.including:.motion.sickness,.digestive.complaints,.arthritis,.high.cholesterol.and.blood.clots.

    Lemongrass - Therapeutic.properties.include.diuretic,.anti-flatulence.and.anti-flu..Antibacterial.properties.are.contained.in.the.essential.oil.of.lemongrass.

    Mint -.Considered.by.many.to.be.a.remedy.for.indigestion.and.gas.

    Shallot -.A.miniature.member.of.the.allium.family.(onions),.they.contain.high.levels.of.Vitamin.A..Just.one.teaspoon.contains.600.IU.of.Vitamin.A..This.essential.nutrient.helps.keep.your.immune.system.strong.and.protects.against.vision.problems.such.as.cataracts.

    Onion -.Scientists.suspect.onions.prevent.cancer.not.only.by.putting.breaks.on.the.development.of.dangerous.tumors,.but.also.by.stomping.out.harmful.bacteria.that.may.cause.the.start.of.stomach.cancer.

    Sweet Basil -.Used.extensively.in.aroma.therapy.for.ailments.such.as.stress,.migraine,.colds.and.hay.fever..It.has.anti-spasmodic,.appetizing.and.carminative.properties..Quite.effective.for.tension.headaches,.exhaustion.and.digestive.upsets.such.as.stomach.cramps,.constipation.and.diarrhea.

    Tumeric -.A.spice.very.rich.in.antioxidants,.including.a.compound.called.curcumin..In.studies,.curcumin.has.shown.to.reduce.the.risk.of.colon.cancer..Other.research.suggests.it.may.help.prevent.skin.cancer..It.has.also.been.used.for.indigestion,.gas,.bloating,.stomach.pain.and.bladder.inflammation.

    Lastly,.the.famous.Capsicum,.or.better.known.as.the.Chilli.Pepper..The.plant.produces.a.naturally.powerful.alkaloid.compound,.capsaicin,.and.is.an.indispensible.ingredient.in.many.countries.cuisines.(Thailand.is.known.for.its.knock-you-off-your-feet.spicy.hot.food,.and.if.youve.ever.visited.the.country,.this.is.the.norm.).These.peppers.are.rich.in.Vita-min.C,.which.is.an.anti-oxidant.used.by.the.body.to.soak.up.free.radicals..Chilli.peppers.can.be.addictive,.but.not.in.a.negative.

    sense..The.warming,.burning.sensation.we.get.from.chillies.stimulates.the.release.of.endorphins.-.natural.painkillers.that.also.create..a.sense.of.well.being..*lf.youve.ever.eaten.something.too.spicy.and.cannot.stand.the.fire.in.your.mouth,.have.a.glass.of.cool.milk,.some.yogurt,.or.a.piece.of.bread.with.a.thick.layer.of.butter..The.fats.and.oils.in.these.foods.will.quickly.absorb.the.fire..(Never.wa-ter,.as.it.may.intensify.the.burn.by.moving.the.capsaicinoids.around.the.mouth!).Another.trick,.passed.down.from.my.Mom,.and.works.just.as.well:.Put.some.salt.on.your.fingers.and.place.onto.tongue..When.you.taste.the.saltiness,.the.fire.in.your.mouth.will.

    dissipate..This.trick.also.works.if.you.accidentally.get.peppers.in.your.eyes....Follow.the.same.procedure.by.putting.salt.on.your.tongue!

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