Mango Sago

Mango Sago is a popular Asian dessert known for its creamy, fruity, and refreshing qualities. This cold tapioca pudding combines the natural sweetness of ripe mangoes with the rich creaminess of coconut milk, creating a delightful treat perfect for warm days. The addition of mini white tapioca pearls, known as sago, adds a chewy texture that complements the smoothness of the mango mixture. Easy to prepare with just a few simple ingredients, Mango Sago is a delightful way to enjoy the tropical flavors of mango in a comforting dessert form.

Ingredients

• 1 cup mini white tapioca pearls (known as sago), uncooked

• 3 ripe yellow mangoes, such as Ataulfo mangos

• 1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk (about 1.5 cups)

• 2–3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk (to taste)

Directions

1. Cook the Tapioca Pearls:
   In a medium saucepan, bring 6 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the tapioca pearls and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The pearls will become translucent, but a tiny white dot may remain in the center. Turn off the heat and let the pearls rest in the hot water until fully transparent, about 15–20 minutes. Rinse under running water to cool and drain in a fine mesh sieve.

2. Prepare the Mango Mixture:
   Peel and dice the mangoes. Reserve ¼ cup of diced mango for topping. In a blender, combine the remaining mangoes, coconut milk, and sweetened condensed milk. Blend until smooth. For a colder dessert, add 3–4 ice cubes to the blender.

3. Assemble the Dessert:
   Divide the mango mixture into bowls. Stir in the cooked tapioca pearls. Top with the reserved diced mango.

4. Serve:
   Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
   
   

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.

• Calories: Approximately 350 kcal

• Protein: 4g

• Carbohydrates: 70g

• Fat: 12g

• Fiber: 5g

• Sugar: 45g