Mafai is a summer fruit and is typically in peak season between May and August.
This fruit, as you can see in the video, grows extremely well here in Chaiyaphum.
It is a native tropical fruit that is particularly popular in the Isan and Northern regions of Thailand, where it is locally referred to as mak fai (หมากไฟ)
What is Mafai?
- Appearance: These fruits grow in dense, grape-like clusters directly on the tree’s trunk and branches. They have a smooth, yellowish, pinkish, or sometimes reddish skin.
- Inside: Peeling the soft skin reveals 2 to 4 translucent, white, juicy segments, each containing a seed.
- Taste: The flavor is a refreshing mix of sweet and tart, with a texture similar to a soft, juicy marshmallow or mangosteen
If you live in Isaan and have land, plant a couple of Mafai trees.
It is a delicious fruit all people in Isaan love to eat.