Easy Sago Fruit Dessert | Quick & Refreshing Recipe
Discover how to make this Easy Sabudana Fruit Dessert, a refreshing and delicious treat perfect for any occasion. This quick and simple recipe combines sabudana (sago pearls) with fresh fruits and a creamy milk syrup, resulting in a delightful dessert that everyone will love. Follow this step-by-step instructions to create this refreshing sago dessert at home. Serve chilled and enjoy this light and flavorful dessert that's both satisfying and easy to prepare!
Equipment
- Large pot
- Medium pot
- Mixing bowls
- Sieve or colander
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Spoon
- Spatula
- Refrigerator
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sabudana Sago Pearls – large variety
- Water Enough to boil sabudana
- 2 cups Milk
- 1/3 cup Milk Powder enhances richness
- 3 tbsp Sugar adjust to taste
- 1 Banana chopped
- 1 Apple chopped
- 1/2 cup Grapes use different colors for a variety
- Cherries optional – for garnish
- Raisins optional – for garnish
- Nuts chopped, optional – for garnish
- Jelly Pieces optional – for garnish
Instructions
Boil Sabudana:
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil.Water
- Add the sabudana (sago pearls) to the boiling water.1 cup Sabudana
- Cook until translucent, about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once cooked, drain the hot water using a sieve or colander.
- Rinse in cold water to remove excess starch and stop the cooking process.
- Set aside the cooked sabudana to cool completely.
Prepare Milk Syrup:
- In a medium pot, add 2 cups of milk.2 cups Milk
- Stir in 1/3 cup milk powder to enrich and thicken the milk.1/3 cup Milk Powder
- Add 3 tablespoons sugar or adjust to your taste.3 tbsp Sugar
- Cook on medium-high for 15 minutes until thickened, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Once the milk has reduced slightly and thickened, remove from heat.
- Allow the milk syrup to cool completely. Refrigerate to speed up cooling if desired.
Prepare Fruits:
- Chop the banana and apple into small, bite-sized pieces.1 Banana, 1 Apple
- Halve the grapes. Using different colored grapes adds a colorful touch.1/2 cup Grapes
- Prepare any optional additions like raisins, nuts, or jelly pieces.Raisins, Nuts, Jelly Pieces
Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked and cooled sabudana.
- Add the chopped fruits to the sabudana.
- Pour the cooled milk syrup over the sabudana and fruits.
- Mix lightly to combine all ingredients evenly without mashing the fruits.
Chill and Serve:
- Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or individual dessert glasses.
- Garnish with cherries and additional fruit pieces if desired.Cherries
- Chill it for about half an hour in the refrigerator to let the flavors meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this refreshing sabudana fruit dessert!
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Notes
- Adjust Sweetness: Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar or use a natural sweetener like honey or agave syrup.
- Fruit Variations: While banana is recommended for its creaminess, you can substitute or add other fruits like mangoes, strawberries, or peaches.
- Milk Alternatives: For a dairy-free option, use almond milk or coconut milk along with a dairy-free milk powder or skip the milk powder.
- Enhanced Flavor: Add a pinch of cardamom powder or a few drops of vanilla extract to the milk syrup for additional flavor.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve in transparent glasses to showcase the colorful layers of fruits and sabudana.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 1-2 days for best freshness.
Enjoy making this Easy Sabudana Fruit Dessert at home and share it with your friends and family! Don’t forget to leave a comment below about how it turned out. Happy cooking!
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal
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