Thai Desserts

Sangkhaya faktong(Custard in Pumpkin)
Method
Cut a slice off the top of the pumpkin, remove the seeds and most of the soft pulp. In a mixing bowl, lightly whisk the eggs, add the sugar, salt and coconut cream and stir until well blended. Pour the mixture into the pumpkin and cook in a steamer(for approximately 20 minutes) until the custard is set. Make 4 servings.

Bua Loi Phuak(taro balls in Coconut Cream)
Method
Put the glutinous-rice flour and the corn flour in a bowl. Add a little water at a time and knead into a soft dough. Add the mashed taro and knead well. Roll into tiny balls and set aside. Dissolve the palm sugar by stirring constantly. Bring to the boil and add the taro balls. When they are cooked, remove from the heat. Serve hot. Make 4-6 servings.