Gok Jai’s Plant-Based and Low Sugar Creations
With over 80 years of legacy, Gok Jai Chinese Restaurant, also known as “Gok Ji Lao,” stands as a stalwart in the world of mooncake crafting. In the current season, they unveil a harmonious fusion of Plant-Based and Low Sugar mooncakes.
For mooncake enthusiasts concerned about calorie counts and sugar intake, Gok Jai offers a balanced option, allowing you to savor these treats without compromising your health.
Established initially as an international dining establishment or “Gok Ji Lao” on Ratchawong Road in 1944 AD (Buddhist era 2487), Kok Jai has consistently dished out delectable cuisine and crafted mooncakes each year.
The Durian-Stuffed Mooncake was the initial catalyst for their fame. In 2527 BE (1984 AD), they rebranded themselves as Gok Jai and relocated to Charoen Rat Road, directly across from Khlong San Pier. Guided by the second-generation owner, Mr. Anant Athinanpanth, they’ve preserved their Kwangtung-style culinary tradition and continued their annual mooncake production.
Over the past five years, Gok Jai has honed its mooncake recipes with health-conscious individuals in mind. Their mission is to offer an appealing and healthy alternative by reducing sugar content while preserving the delightful sweetness. This transformation involves the incorporation of extracts from sweet grass, rice bran oil, and the selection of health-enhancing ingredients. This year, they’ve elevated their Plant-Based Mooncakes by introducing walnuts, white beans, sunflower seeds, and novel fillings, reducing fat and sugar content.
Their latest offerings feature
Plant-Based Mooncake with White Bean Filling: Harnessing the blood sugar-regulating properties of white beans, this filling pairs the beans with a subtle saltiness from golden beans, creating a unique and slightly savory flavor profile. Watermelon seeds add a delightful crunch.
Plant-Based Mooncake with Mock Meat Filling: Ideal for those watching their sugar intake, this filling employs plant-based protein from vegetables, providing a dense, meaty texture while remaining entirely vegetarian.
Gok Jai’s reputation extends beyond these innovations. They continue to offer classic mooncakes such as Durian-Stuffed, Lotus Seed, Salted Egg Yolk, Matcha, Black Sesame, Custard, and more, available in both single and double yolk variations, each weighing 85 grams.
Their Low Sugar Mooncakes include the Single Yolk Durian-Stuffed, Low Sugar Ham and Sunflower Seed, and Low Sugar Lotus Seed with Watermelon Seed options, thoughtfully packaged in boxes of 8 or 6 pieces with premium presentation. You have the freedom to mix and match your preferred fillings.
To place your order, reach out to them via LINE: @Gokjai or call 02 437 7926 or 02 437 6472.
