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Sago Recipe

Published: April 23, 2025 Prep Time: About 15 minutes Cook Time: About 20 minutes Total Time: About 35 minutes Serves: 4 Difficulty: Easy Category: Dessert Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sago pearls
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup fresh fruit (mango, pineapple, or berries)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse sago pearls in cold water until water runs clear
  2. Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a large pot
  3. Add sago pearls and stir to prevent sticking
  4. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally
  5. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes until pearls are translucent
  6. Drain and rinse with cold water
  7. In a small saucepan, heat coconut milk with sugar and salt
  8. Stir until sugar dissolves and remove from heat
  9. Combine sago with coconut milk mixture
  10. Add fresh fruit, honey, and lime juice
  11. Chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving
  12. Garnish with fresh mint leaves

Special Notes

This refreshing sago dessert is popular in many Asian cuisines. The sago pearls should be translucent when cooked properly. You can customize this dessert with any fresh fruit you prefer. The coconut milk adds richness while the lime juice provides a bright, fresh flavor. This dessert is perfect for hot weather and can be served as a light, refreshing treat.