Unveiling a rare traditional local dessert"Kanom Bu Nga Buda"Only available on special occasions
If you are not from Satun or familiar with traditional desserts, you might have never heard of Kanom Bu Nga Buda, as this is not just a snack but a living piece of history that has been part of Satun for over 200 years.
This goes back to the founding era of Satun. This dessert was once a high-class treat within the royal palace, served to welcome esteemed guests. Later, palace cooks revived it by passing the recipe down to their descendants, turning it into a unique local delicacy that has brought fame to Satun today.
Kanom Bu Nga Buda is visually beautiful, with soft pastel colors and a delicate, flower-like fragility. It is used on important religious days such as the Lunar New Year.Eid al-Fitrand the Lunar New YearEid al-AdhaIt is also used to decorate wedding engagement trays as a symbol of good fortune.
Today, Saijai Hayimasa, the third-generation Kanom Bu Nga Buda vendor, remains dedicated to preserving the authentic taste according to the original recipe.
The secret of Kanom Bu Nga Buda lies in meticulous care at every step, starting with the filling made from finely grated mature coconut, stir-fried with sugar until dry and crumbly to ensure a long shelf life. The dough is made from glutinous rice flour mixed with water and a pinch of salt, kneaded until just right, then ground finely. The key technique is sifting the flour onto a hot pan over moderate heat. Once the flour begins to dry, the filling is added, and the dessert is quickly folded into a square shape to achieve a crisp, fragrant, buttery treat with perfectly balanced sweetness.
For those wishing to experience the authentic royal dessert, Saijai makes Kanom Bu Nga Buda by order and sells it only at important events. This handcrafted dessert requires patience and is always freshly made to best accompany hot tea. Orders can be placed at 080-548-5416.