Description
A refreshing and creamy Asian dessert made with mango puree, chewy sago pearls, and coconut milk, perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup small sago pearls
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup mango puree
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Ice cubes or crushed ice (optional, for serving)
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and add the sago pearls. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until the sago becomes translucent, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Turn off the heat and cover the pot. Let the sago sit for another 10 minutes to finish cooking.
- Drain the sago pearls and rinse under cold water to remove excess starch. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the coconut milk, evaporated milk (if using), mango puree, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the cooked sago pearls to the mango mixture and mix well.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- To serve, divide into bowls and top with diced mangoes and ice cubes if desired. Garnish with mint leaves.
Notes
- Use ripe and sweet mangoes for the best flavor.
- Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of the mangoes and your preference.
- You can blend one mango into a puree and dice the other for added texture.
- For a vegan version, omit evaporated milk and stick to coconut milk only.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
