Sangkaya Fak Thong

Spice Level

Description

Sangkaya Fak Thong is an elegant dessert of creamy coconut custard steamed inside a small pumpkin. The custard is made of eggs, coconut milk, palm sugar and sometimes pandan for fragrance. The pumpkin is hollowed out, filled with the mixture then steamed until the custard is set and the pumpkin is tender. Served in slices, each bite combines the sweetness of the custard with the naturally sweet flavor of the pumpkin.

History & Origin

Sangkaya is a Portuguese-influenced dessert, introduced to Thailand in the 17th century by Marie Guimar, a woman of Portuguese-Japanese-Bengali origin who revolutionized Thai pastry. The idea of cooking custard inside a pumpkin is a Thai innovation that adds a unique visual and taste dimension.

Main Ingredients

• Coconut milk
• Eggs
• Pandan
• Pumpkin
• Palm sugar