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Mango Sago

Mango Sago: Refreshing Summer Delight in 30 Minutes

Mango Sago is a refreshing summer dessert combining creamy coconut milk, ripe mangoes, and chewy sago pearls.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: South Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 1 cup Sago Pearls Can substitute with other medium-sized tapioca pearls; adjust cooking time accordingly.
  • 2 pieces Mango Use fresh, ripe mangoes for sweetness; frozen or puree is an alternative.
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Replace with full-fat coconut cream for extra richness.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk For dairy-free, increase coconut milk.
  • 3 tablespoons Condensed Milk Adjust to taste; can substitute with sugar or agave syrup.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Fresh Mango Cubes
  • 1 cup Coconut Jelly
  • 1 cup Mango Jelly

Equipment

  • Pot
  • blender
  • mixing bowl
  • Fine-mesh sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mango Sago
  1. Cook the Sago: Boil 1 cup of sago pearls in water for about 15 minutes. Stir occasionally. Once translucent, remove from heat and let sit for 15 minutes.
  2. Cool the Sago: Strain the sago pearls and rinse under cold water. Spread out to cool completely.
  3. Blend the Mango: Peel and blend 2 ripe mangoes with 1 cup of chilled evaporated milk until smooth.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooled sago, chopped mango, blended mango puree, 1 cup of coconut milk, and sweetened condensed milk.
  5. Chill and Serve: Transfer to serving cups and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rinse sago pearls thoroughly before cooking to prevent clumping. Adjust sweetness to taste before serving. Serve fresh for the best experience, and avoid freezing.

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