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Tapioca Pudding

Cultural Context

Tapioca pudding has roots in Southeast Asia, where it is often enjoyed as a comforting dessert. In Malaysia, it is made with coconut milk, giving it a rich, creamy texture that complements the chewy tapioca pearls. Traditionally served during festive occasions, this dessert has become a beloved treat enjoyed by many, with variations found across the globe, from sweet to savory.

MalaysianMYdessert
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
150g / 1 cup tapioca pearls (sago pearls)
2 litre / 8 cups water
150g / 1 cup dark brown sugar
125ml / 1/2 cup water
1 pandan leaf, knotted
250ml / 1 cup coconut milk
pinch of salt

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while regular milk is more accessible.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

1

Bring 2 litre of water to boil.

2

Add tapioca pearls or sago pearls.

3

Keep stirring.

4

Cook until these tapioca pearls turned from opaque to transparent.

5

Strain the transparent tapioca pearls and discard the liquid.

6

Immediately scoop into individual moulds.

7

Leave it to cool in refrigerator for an hour.

8

Serve with dark brown sugar syrup and coconut milk.

9

In a small saucepan, add dark brown sugar, water and knotted pandan leaf.

10

Stir and bring to boil.

11

Lower the heat to a simmer until the mixture has thicken slightly.

12

Add water if the mixture is too thick.

13

Add a pinch of salt to the coconut milk.

14

Stir and refrigerate.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingmixinggarnishing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegandairy-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

Sago PuddingTapioca Dessert

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