Description
Mango Sago is a refreshing and creamy Asian dessert made with ripe mangoes, coconut milk, and chewy tapioca pearls. It’s a tropical treat that’s perfect for hot weather and can be customized for different dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mini white tapioca pearls (sago), uncooked
- 3 ripe yellow mangoes (such as Ataulfo)
- 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk (about 1.5 cups)
- 2–3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk (to taste)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring 6 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the tapioca pearls and stir frequently for the first few minutes to prevent sticking. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the pearls sit in the hot water for another 15–20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly under cold water and drain well. Set aside.
- Peel and scoop out the flesh of the mangoes. Reserve 1/4 cup of diced mango for topping. Blend the remaining mango with coconut milk and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Add ice cubes if desired for a chilled version.
- In serving bowls or cups, layer the tapioca pearls and pour the mango mixture on top. Garnish with reserved diced mango and serve chilled.
Notes
- You can substitute the mangoes with other tropical fruits like pineapple or passion fruit.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut condensed milk or another vegan alternative.
- Light coconut milk or almond milk can be used for a lower-fat option.
- Add lime juice or ginger for extra flavor depth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boiling, Blending
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: mango sago, mango dessert, tropical dessert, coconut milk dessert, tapioca pudding, Asian dessert