Mango Sago

Name: Mango Sago
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1/2 cup small sago pearls; 3 ripe mangoes, diced; 1 cup coconut milk; 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk; 4 cups water

A popular chilled Cantonese dessert featuring chewy tapioca pearls submerged in a rich mango and coconut cream mixture.

30 minEasyServes 4240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1/2 cup small sago pearls
3 ripe mangoes, diced
1 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
4 cups water

Instructions

1

Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a pot over high heat.
2

Add 1/2 cup small sago pearls and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3

Turn off heat, cover, and let small sago pearls sit for 10 minutes until translucent.
4

Drain small sago pearls and rinse thoroughly with cold water to stop cooking, then drain well.
5

Blend two thirds of 3 diced ripe mangoes with 1 cup coconut milk and 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
6

Combine mango puree, cooked small sago pearls, and remaining diced ripe mangoes in a bowl, then chill before serving.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for sweetened condensed milk in Mango Sago?

The entry for Mango Sago calls for 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk. In its place: There is no quick swap. Simmer two cups of milk with two thirds of a cup of sugar until reduced by half, about 35 minutes.

Can I make Mango Sago dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Mango Sago is 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk. Swap the sweetened condensed milk for a plant-based version of the same product. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Mango Sago vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dessert collection.

How many calories are in Mango Sago?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 240 calories, with 3 g protein, 45 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 45 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Mango Sago keep?

Keep Mango Sago covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days. Chilled and set desserts lose their texture in the freezer.

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