Follow these steps for perfect results
pearl sago
white sugar
water
hot
water
hot
fresh mango
peeled and diced
pomelo
peeled and diced
sweetened coconut cream
Place sago in a saucepan and cover with water.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Remove from heat, cover the saucepan, and let sit for about 5 minutes until sago becomes translucent.
Drain the sago.
In a bowl, stir sugar into 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons of hot water until dissolved.
Place the sugar mixture in a blender.
Add 3/4 of the diced mango to the blender.
Blend until smooth.
Chill the mango mixture in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
Stir the cooked sago and 1/2 of the diced pomelo into the chilled mango mixture and mix well.
Spoon the mixture into 6 shot glasses.
Top each shot glass with sweetened coconut cream and the remaining diced mango and pomelo.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust sugar to taste.
Use ripe mangoes for best flavor.
Chill thoroughly before serving.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be made a day ahead.
Garnish with mint leaves.
Serve chilled as a dessert.
Perfect for hot weather.
Light and sweet to complement the dessert.
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Common dessert in many Asian countries.
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