Filipino Style Fruit Punch Recipe | Filipino Christmas 2017

sago pearls

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: tapioca pearls

Tapioca pearls are more accessible and affordable.

agar-agar

🥗Healthier: gelatin

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Cornstarch can thicken without the need for special ingredients.

canned fruit cocktail

🥗Healthier: fresh seasonal fruits

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed fruits

Frozen fruits often provide similar taste at lower cost.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Brown sugar adds a richer flavor at a lower price.

Boil water in a pot over medium heat.

Add sago pearls and cook until translucent, about 15 minutes.

Drain and rinse the sago under cold water.

Prepare agar-agar according to package instructions and let it set.

In a large bowl, combine the cooked sago, set agar-agar, and canned fruit cocktail.

Pour in pineapple juice, orange juice, and lemon juice.

Mix gently to combine all ingredients.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Serve over ice cubes in glasses.

Garnish with fresh fruit if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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