Description
Mango Sago is a refreshing and creamy Asian dessert made with ripe mangoes, small tapioca pearls (sago), coconut milk, and evaporated milk. Sweetened condensed milk adds just the right amount of sweetness, creating a luscious tropical treat that’s perfect for warm weather. This no-bake, chilled dessert combines smooth mango puree with the chewy texture of sago, garnished with extra mango cubes and served cold with ice for an irresistibly cool finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced (plus extra for garnish)
Staples
- ½ cup small tapioca pearls (sago)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- 2–3 tbsp sweetened condensed milk (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup water
For Serving
- Ice cubes or crushed ice (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Tapioca Pearls: Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the small tapioca pearls. Stir gently to prevent sticking and cook for about 10–15 minutes, or until the sago turns mostly translucent with a tiny white dot in the center. Turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let it sit for another 10 minutes.
- Drain and Rinse: Drain the cooked sago and rinse it under cold running water to remove excess starch and prevent clumping. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare Mango Puree: In a blender, combine the diced mangoes with coconut milk, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more condensed milk if desired.
- Combine Mango and Sago: In a large bowl, mix the mango puree with the cooked sago. Stir gently to combine the ingredients evenly.
- Chill: Place the mixture in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and to serve the dessert cold.
- Serve: Serve the mango sago cold, topped with extra diced mango and ice cubes or crushed ice if preferred, for a refreshing summer dessert.
Notes
- You can substitute coconut milk with regular milk or a plant-based alternative like almond or soy milk.
- For a chunkier texture, blend only half the mango and stir in the rest diced to add texture.
- Adjust sweetness according to your preference by varying the amount of sweetened condensed milk used.
- Make sure to rinse the cooked sago thoroughly to prevent it from becoming gummy.
- This dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 1-2 days for freshness.
