Mango Sago Dessert

Lori Wilson

Mango sago is a chilled dessert made with fresh or frozen mango, coconut milk, and small tapioca pearls that turn soft and slightly chewy after soaking. The two components — blended mango purée and whole mango pieces — give it both a smooth base and some texture. It needs a couple of hours in the fridge before serving.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 45

Course Dessert

Cuisine East / Southeast Asian

Servings bowls

Calories 361 kcal

Equipment

Saucepan
Mixing Bowl
Blender
Fine Mesh Sieve

Ingredients

Sago Pearls

1 cup sago pearls small variety

Main Ingredients

2 cups fresh mangoes peeled and diced
1 cup coconut milk full-fat for a creamy texture
¼ cup sugar adjust to taste depending on mango sweetness

Garnish

1 tablespoon mint leaves fresh, for garnishing

Instructions

Prepare the sago by bringing a saucepan of water to a boil. Add sago pearls, stirring occasionally, and boil for about 15 minutes until translucent, with a hint of white in each center. Drain through a fine mesh sieve and rinse under cold running water to stop cooking.
Blend the diced mangoes until smooth, reserving a few cubes for garnish. Adjust sweetness by tasting the puree and mix with sugar until dissolved.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked sago, mango puree, and coconut milk. Stir gently until well combined and creamy.

Notes

Lori’s Tips

For a bit of twist, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice to the mango puree for an extra zesty kick. If you are unable to source fresh mangoes, canned mango pulp can be a substitute but check for sweetness intensity.

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled in individual bowls or glasses. Garnish with reserved mango cubes and a fresh mint leaf. Pair with a light jasmine tea for an elegant finish.

For an easier stiff texture, refrigerate the mixture for a couple of hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 361kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 61mgPotassium: 304mgFiber: 5gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 946IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg

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