RED KAONG SUGAR PALM IN HEAVY SYRUP 340 g - FLORENCE

Red Kaong (Sugar Palm Fruit) in Syrup Florence is an exotic culinary delicacy, highly valued throughout Southeast Asia. Kaong is the Filipino name for the bouncy, jelly-like fruits of the sugar palm (Arenga pinnata), submerged in sweet syrup and dyed an intense red color. This ingredient is absolutely essential in Filipino cuisine, forming a mandatory component of the national dessert Halo-Halo, where it adds a unique, chewy texture that contrasts perfectly with ice and milk.

Ingredients: sugar palm fruits, water, sugar, acid regulator E330, colour E129, flavourings. 
May adversely affect activity and attention in children.

Nutritional Value per 100g:

Energy value: 481 kJ/ 115 kcal
Fat: 1 g
of which saturates: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 27 g
of which sugars: 20 g
Protein: 0 g
Salt: 0 g

Kaong is not just an additive – it’s a textural experience. The sugar palm fruits are characterized by a unique, jelly-like but resilient consistency, making them perfect for cold desserts. The Florence brand delivers this ingredient in high quality, in a syrup that enhances its delicate, neutral flavor. The intense red coloring (E129) also makes it an extremely decorative element.

The most famous application of Kaong is, of course, the Filipino Halo-Halo – a complex dessert that relies on contrasts of flavors and textures, with Kaong being one of its cornerstones. Furthermore, it can be used to diversify many other dishes:

• Asian Desserts: An ideal addition to Thai Nam Kang Sai or Vietnamese Chè - crushed ice-based desserts.
• Beverages: It works great in bubble tea, iced teas, and fruit cocktails, adding "chewiness" and sweetness.
• European Accents: It can be used as an exotic addition to vanilla ice cream, natural yogurts, or as a decoration for cakes.

Nutritionally, this product is relatively low in calories (115 kcal per 100g), completely fat-free (0 g saturated fats), and salt-free. However, it is important to be mindful of the sugar content, resulting from preservation in sweet syrup. By choosing Red Kaong Florence, you ensure you are reaching for an authentic, exotic ingredient that will elevate your desserts to a completely new, tropical level. Experience the tropical climate of the Philippines and Thailand by reaching for this extraordinary sugar palm fruit.