Vegan Mango Sago
Indulge in the luscious and refreshing flavors of Vegan Mango Sago, the perfect tropical dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth. This creamy, dairy-free treat combines tender sago pearls, ripe mangoes, and rich coconut milk, sweetened naturally with coconut sugar for a healthier twist. Enhanced with a hint of lime zest and garnished with fresh mint leaves, this chilled dessert offers a delightful balance of sweetness and citrusy aroma. With just 20 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking, it's an easy yet impressive dish for summer gatherings or a guilt-free after-dinner indulgence. Serve it cold and watch it become an instant crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 100 grams sago pearls
- 2 large ripe mangoes
- 400 milliliters coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 750 milliliters water
- 5 leaves mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 pinch salt
Directions
Step 1
Begin by rinsing the sago pearls under cold water to remove excess starch.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, bring 750 milliliters of water to a boil and add the sago pearls.
Step 3
Stir the sago occasionally to prevent sticking, cooking for about 15 minutes until they turn translucent.
Step 4
Once cooked, drain the sago in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Step 5
Peel and dice the mangoes. Reserve some mango cubes for garnish and puree the rest in a blender until smooth.
Step 6
In a separate saucepan, combine 400 milliliters of coconut milk, 2 tablespoons of coconut sugar, lime zest, and a pinch of salt.
Step 7
Gently heat the coconut milk mixture over low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not bring it to a boil.
Step 8
Remove from heat and stir in the mango puree, mixing well.
Step 9
Add the cooked and cooled sago pearls into the mango-coconut mixture, and stir until evenly distributed.
Step 10
Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and the mixture to thicken slightly.
Step 11
Before serving, garnish each serving with the reserved mango cubes and a mint leaf. Optionally, Sprinkle additional lime zest on top for extra fragrance.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1960.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 972.0 |
| Total Fat 3.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 235.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 245.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 145.8g | |
| Protein 6.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 169.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1516.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories