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Mango Sago Smoothie Dessert Recipe

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Mango Sago is a refreshing and creamy Asian dessert featuring chewy tapioca pearls soaked in a rich blend of mango puree, coconut milk, and evaporated milk. Enhanced with optional coconut and mango jellies, this chilled dessert is perfect for warm days and serves as a delightful treat for mango lovers.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup sago (small tapioca pearls)
  • 1 Mango (cubed)
  • 2–3 large mangos (~2 lbs, peeled and diced)
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk (chilled)
  • 3 tablespoon condensed milk (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)

Optional Ingredients

  • 1 cup coconut jelly (optional)
  • 1 cup mango jelly (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the sago. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the sago tapioca pearls and cook until they turn transparent, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. It’s normal if the pearls still have tiny white centers. Remove from heat, cover, and let it rest for another 15 minutes until the sago becomes fully translucent.
  2. Cool the sago. Strain the cooked tapioca pearls and rinse them thoroughly with cold water. Transfer them to a bowl of cold water to prevent the pearls from sticking together. Set aside.
  3. Blend the mangos. Combine the peeled, diced mangos and chilled evaporated milk in a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine all ingredients. Drain the tapioca pearls and add them to a large mixing bowl along with the cubed mango, coconut jelly, mango jelly, condensed milk, and full-fat coconut milk. Pour in the blended mango mixture and stir gently until everything is well combined. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more condensed milk if desired. Mix again to incorporate.
  5. Chill and serve. Refrigerate the mango sago for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to chill thoroughly. Alternatively, add ice cubes for immediate chill. Serve in individual cups and enjoy this delightful, cooling treat.

Notes

  • Make sure to stir the sago occasionally during cooking to prevent clumping.
  • The resting period after cooking the sago helps pearls to become completely translucent and achieve the perfect chewy texture.
  • You can adjust the sweetness to your preference by varying the amount of condensed milk.
  • Using chilled evaporated milk and coconut milk enhances the creaminess and coolness of the dessert.
  • Optional coconut and mango jellies add texture and additional fruity flavors but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • For best taste, consume Mango Sago within 24 hours as tapioca pearls can harden over time.

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