Golden Egg Threads

THIS DESSERT WAS introduced to the Thais by the Portuguese in the sixteenth century. Although the recipe seems simple it is deceptive — only with practice is success assured. If the noodles crinkle while boiling, the syrup is too heavy. Dilute it with an extra 2 tablespoons of water. Alternatively, if they are too watery, remove the noodles, strain the liquid, return to the pan and boil for a minute to make a denser syrup.

These noodles go well with Sangkaya Fak Thong (