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Coconut and Mango Sago

A refreshing and creamy Asian dessert made with soft tapioca pearls, sweet mango purée, coconut milk, nata de coco and passion fruit popping pearls. Served chilled, it's the perfect tropical treat for warm days or as a light dessert after a meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 260

Ingredients
  

For the Mango Sago
  • 100 g dried sago small tapioca pearls
  • 200 ml evaporated coconut milk
  • 500 g tinned sliced Alfonso mangoes
  • 3 tbsp sweetened condensed coconut milk
  • 200 g nata de coco about 5–6 tbsp
  • 150 g passion fruit popping pearls about 4–5 tsp
To Serve
  • 1 fresh mango peeled and cut into cubes

Method
 

  1. Bring 500ml of water to the boil in a small saucepan. Add the dried sago and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pearls are mostly translucent with only a tiny white centre remaining.
  2. Drain the cooked sago and rinse under cold running water to remove excess starch. Set aside to cool completely.
  3. Add the tinned Alfonso mango slices and sweetened condensed coconut milk to a blender. Blend for 1–2 minutes until completely smooth.
  4. Pour the mango purée into a large mixing bowl. Add the cooled sago, evaporated coconut milk, nata de coco and passion fruit popping pearls. Stir gently until well combined.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving, if desired.
  6. Spoon the mango sago into serving glasses or bowls and garnish with fresh mango cubes before serving.

Notes

  • Rinsing the cooked sago helps prevent the pearls from sticking together.
  • For the best flavour, chill the dessert before serving.
  • Fresh ripe mango can be used in place of tinned Alfonso mangoes when in season, although Alfonso mangoes provide a richer, sweeter flavour.
  • Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sweetened condensed coconut milk to taste.
  • This dessert can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Stir well before serving.
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