How is Winter Melon used in Thai cooking?

Winter melon - fak kiaw - is a big Asian gourd that can grow over a foot long and weigh more than 18 kilos, shaped like an oblong watermelon with dark green, waxy skin. Inside, the white flesh is mild and faintly sweet. It cooks down beautifully into clear, soothing soups, turning soft and almost translucent while soaking up the broth - a classic cooling, restorative dish in the heat. We peel away the thick skin and cut the flesh into chunks; it goes into the pot and simmers until tender and glassy.

Can I cook with Winter Melon in a Chiang Mai cooking class?

Yes - we use Winter Melon in our hands-on classes. Explore them on our Cooking Classes page.

Winter Melon - Fresh Thai Vegetables | Thai Akha Kitchen

Winter melon - fak kiaw - is a big Asian gourd that can grow over a foot long and weigh more than 18 kilos, shaped like an oblong watermelon with dark…

Winter Melon - Fresh Thai Vegetables | Thai Akha Kitchen Winter melon - fak kiaw - is a big Asian gourd that can grow over a foot long and weigh more than 18 kilos, shaped like an oblong watermelon with dark…