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Strawberry Matcha Sago

Delightful Strawberry Matcha Sago: Your New Summer Favorite

Strawberry Matcha Sago is a refreshing summer dessert featuring chewy sago pearls, strawberries, and matcha milk, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sago
  • 1 cup sago pearls provides unique chewy texture
  • 4 cups hot water at 176°F (80°C) for cooking the sago
For the Matcha Milk
  • 2 tablespoons matcha powder high-quality for best flavor
  • 1 cup milk or milk of choice dairy or dairy-free options
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk for enhanced creaminess
  • 1/4 cup condensed milk adjust based on sweetness preference
For the Fruit
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries for fruity flavor
  • 1/2 cup coconut jelly adds distinctive texture
  • 1/2 cup strawberry heart jelly optional for added appeal

Equipment

  • pot
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • heat-proof bowl
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Matcha Sago
  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a pot and add 1 cup of sago pearls. Cook for about 15 minutes until mostly transparent, then cover and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Strain the sago pearls using a fine mesh sieve and rinse under cold running water to halt cooking. Keep submerged in fresh water.
  3. In a heat-proof bowl, sift 2 tablespoons of matcha powder and whisk in 1 cup of hot water until smooth. Combine with 1 cup of your preferred milk.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled sago pearls, 1/2 cup of evaporated milk, 1/4 cup of condensed milk, matcha milk, and diced strawberries. Fold in 1/2 cup of coconut jelly.
  5. Spoon the mixture into individual cups or bowls and serve immediately to maintain texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh sago pearls and serve immediately. Dairy-free options work well with coconut or almond milk.

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