説明
The soul of authentic Thai cooking — pure, unrefined palm sugar harvested from the sap of coconut palms and slowly cooked down to a soft, creamy paste with a rich golden hue. Unlike refined white sugar, palm sugar offers a complex, mellow sweetness with warm caramel and butterscotch notes, balanced by a subtle smoky depth that makes Thai dishes taste truly Thai.
Known as nam tan maprao or nam tan pip (referring to its traditional tin-bucket packaging), this is the same palm sugar Thai cooks have used for generations to bring perfect balance to savory and sweet dishes alike. A small spoonful is all it takes to round out the famously layered Thai flavor profile — sweet, salty, sour, and spicy in perfect harmony.
Highlights
- 100% pure coconut palm sugar — Product of Thailand
- Soft, scoopable texture — easy to measure and dissolve
- Rich caramel-butterscotch flavor with natural depth
- Less refined than white sugar — retains natural minerals
- Lower glycemic index than cane sugar
Ways to enjoy:
- Essential in pad thai, tom yum, and gaeng (Thai curries)
- Balances the sour-salty punch of som tam (papaya salad) dressing
- Key ingredient in classic Thai desserts like sangkaya (coconut custard) and sticky rice with mango
- Stir into dipping sauces, marinades, and nam jim (Thai sauces)
- Use as a natural sweetener for coffee, tea, and baked goods
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place with the lid tightly closed. If it hardens, soften by warming gently or adding a few drops of water.
The golden heart of Thai cooking — one scoop, and your dishes come alive with authentic, balanced sweetness.