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Mango sago is a creamy mango dessert and it only requires 4-5 ingredients. Depending on how creamy you want it, you can substitute the heavy cream with evaporated milk or coconut milk. Make this the next time you are craving some mango dessert and you won’t be disappointed. My earliest memory of eating mango sago was always at all you can eat sushi restaurants. This was the absolute best dessert you could get (other than ice-cream) and my friends and I would order at least 3 bowls each. But now I realized how easy it is to make at home and I will not be going out to buy it anymore.
Key components to mango sago
Mango sago is a delightful and refreshing dessert popular in many parts of Asia, particularly in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia. This dessert combines the tropical sweetness of ripe mangoes with the chewy texture of sago pearls, creating a unique and satisfying treat.
Here’s a breakdown of the key components:
- Mangoes: The star of the dessert, ripe mangoes are pureed to create a smooth and creamy base. Additionally, diced mango pieces are often added for extra texture and bursts of fresh flavor.
- Sago Pearls: Sago pearls, similar to tapioca pearls, are small, translucent balls made from starch extracted from the sago palm. They add a chewy texture to the dessert, complementing the creamy mango puree.
- Milk: Evaporated milk is commonly used to add a rich and creamy element to the dessert. It enhances the tropical flavor and pairs wonderfully with the mango. You can also substitute or mix in a combination of coconut milk.
- Sweetener: Sugar or condensed milk can be added to adjust the sweetness of the dessert to taste.
- Pomelo: Pomelo is commonly added to this dessert as well. Adds acidity and texture.
Preparation of mango sago
Preparation:
- Cook the Sago Pearls: The sago pearls are boiled until they turn translucent and are then rinsed under cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
- Prepare the Mango Puree: Ripe mangoes are blended into a smooth puree. Some diced mango pieces can be reserved for garnish.
- Combine Ingredients: The cooked sago pearls are mixed with the mango puree, coconut milk, and sweetener. Adjust the consistency by adding more coconut milk or water as needed.
- Chill and Serve: The mixture is chilled in the refrigerator before serving. It can be garnished with additional mango pieces and sometimes a drizzle of coconut milk or condensed milk.
Mango sago is loved for its vibrant color, delightful texture contrast, and the refreshing combination of mango and coconut flavors. It’s a perfect dessert for warm weather and a wonderful way to enjoy the sweetness of mangoes.
This is a creamy mango dessert with amazing texture from the small tapioca balls. As I mentioned in the video, I would highly recommend adding pomelo in this as well. It really takes it to the next level. You can eat this right after mixing all the ingredients together or have it chill in the fridge overnight.
Mago Sago
Ingredients
- 3 ripe mangos
- ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup evaporated milk
- ¾ cup uncooked small tapioca balls
Instructions
- Dice all your mango into even pieces then add half of them into a blender along with condensed milk, heavy cream, and evaporated milk.3 ripe mangos, ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk, ¼ cup heavy cream, ¾ cup evaporated milk
- Blend until smooth and that's your base.
- Bring a pot of water up to a boil then add your tapioca balls to cook for 10 minutes. Make sure you continue stirring at this step so that they don't stick and burn. The water will start to thicken which is normal. You know they are cooked through when the tapioca is all clear and there's no more white spots.¾ cup uncooked small tapioca balls
- Immediately strain and rinse with cold water until it only the tapioca is left. If you are not mixing the tapioca into the mango base immediately then store the tapioca in cold water, otherwise they will stick together.
- In a bowl, mix the creamy mango base with tapioca and your remaining mango chunks. At this point you can also add pomelo or any other fresh fruit you want.
- Serve on a plate and garnish with more mangos.
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