Foi thong

Method

1. 1 Separate the egg yolks and strain them thoroughly through a fine cloth, as even a single string of egg can clog the spout.
2. 2 Simmer the sugar syrup with jasmine water, maintaining a gentle, even boil.
3. 3 Pour the egg yolks into a funnel with small holes or a piping bag with a fine tip.
4. 4 Pour the egg in a continuous, circular stream over the syrup; it will solidify into golden strands.
5. 5 Using a stick, scoop out the entire bundle of fibers, gently squeeze out the excess water, then roll them into bundles and let them drain.

With an appliance

• Microwave 45 min

  Replace step 2: cook the sugar syrup and jasmine water in a deep glass bowl at 700 W for 6 minutes, stirring at the 3rd minute, then transfer to a saucepan and keep simmering gently; step 4 still pour the egg yolks on top of the syrup to ensure even strands are formed.