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Taro Sago with Coconut Milk芋頭西米露

A comforting and creamy dessert featuring tender taro cubes and chewy sago pearls simmered in a sweet coconut milk base. Perfect for a warm or cold treat.

  • 40 min
  • 4 servings
  • Level 2
  • Hong Kong
  • Dessert
  • Vegetarian
Taro Sago with Coconut Milk
01Ingredients
  • 300grams Peeled and diced taro
  • 100grams Small sago
  • 400ml Coconut milk
  • 600ml Water
  • 80grams Sugar
  • 1piece Pandan leaf (optional)
  • 0.25teaspoon Salt
Nutrition (per serving)268kcal
  • Protein0.8g
  • Carbs48.2g
  • Fat7.1g

Fiber 1.2 gSodium 142 mg

02Steps
  1. Steam or boil the taro until tender.
  2. Bring water to a boil, add sago, and cook until translucent with a small white dot in the center. Turn off heat, cover, and let sit until fully translucent. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  3. In a pot, combine coconut milk, water, sugar, salt, and pandan leaf (if using). Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves.
  4. Add the cooked taro and drained sago to the coconut milk mixture.
  5. Simmer for a few more minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve warm or chilled.

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