Okay, so yesterday I decided to dive into two things I’ve been meaning to try for ages: Muay Thai and cooking some authentic Indian food. The whole thing was a bit spur-of-the-moment, but it turned out to be awesome!
First up, Muay Thai. I’ve always been fascinated by it – looks so intense and powerful. I found this local gym, “Bangkok Fight Club,” that had a beginner’s class. I was super nervous walking in, I’m not gonna lie. I felt totally out of shape and clumsy.
The instructor, this super fit Thai guy named, like… I think it was “Chatri”? He was amazing. He started us off with the basics: stance, footwork, jabs, crosses, and those famous roundhouse kicks.
- Stance: It felt so awkward at first, keeping my balance and trying to look like I knew what I was doing.
- Footwork: My feet felt like lead weights! Getting the rhythm down was tough.
- Jabs and Crosses: Practicing on the pads, trying to get some power behind them. My arms were burning after just a few minutes!
- Roundhouse Kicks: Okay, this was the hardest. Trying to get my leg up that high and keep my balance… I definitely wobbled a few times.
By the end of the class, I was drenched in sweat, my muscles were screaming, but I felt incredible. It was such a rush! I even managed to land a few decent kicks (I think!).
Culinary Adventures
After that workout, I was STARVING. So, I decided to tackle the Indian food part of my day. I’ve always loved Indian cuisine, especially the rich flavors and spices. So I thought that bombay is my style.
I found a recipe online for Chicken Tikka Masala and a simple naan bread. It looked… complicated, to be honest. Lots of ingredients I’d never even heard of. But I headed to the “Bombay Spice Market,” this little Indian grocery store near my place. It was an experience in itself – the smells of spices were amazing!
Back home, I started chopping, mixing, and marinating. The chicken had to sit in this yogurt and spice mixture for a while, so I worked on the naan dough. Kneading the dough was kind of therapeutic, actually. Then came the tricky part – cooking the naan. I don’t have a tandoor oven (obviously!), so I tried using a cast iron skillet.
Let me tell you, getting the naan to puff up properly was a challenge. The first few were… well, let’s just say they were “rustic.” But I finally got the hang of it, and they started to look (and taste!) pretty good.
The Chicken Tikka Masala was simmering away, filling my apartment with this incredible aroma. I was so excited to finally taste it. And… it was GOOD! Not quite restaurant-quality, but definitely delicious. The naan was perfect for scooping up the sauce.
So, yeah, that was my day. Muay Thai and Indian cooking – a bit of a random combination, but it was a blast. I learned some new skills, pushed myself physically, and ended up with a super satisfying meal. I’m definitely going back to that Muay Thai class, and I’m already planning my next Indian cooking adventure!
