GINATAANG HALO HALO / BILO BILO | COCONUT MILK IN ASSORTED DESSERT | EASY RECIPE ( FC's VERSION )

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while evaporated milk is more affordable.

sago pearls

🥗Healthier: tapioca pearls

💰Cheaper: rice balls

Tapioca pearls are a healthier alternative, while rice balls are easier to find.

jackfruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit mix

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Using a mix of fresh fruits can lower sugar content, while canned fruit is budget-friendly.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

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

Prepare the sago pearls by boiling them in water until translucent, about 15 minutes.

Drain and rinse the sago pearls under cold water, then set aside.

In a pot, combine coconut milk, water, and pandan leaves. Heat over medium until simmering.

Add sweet potato and taro to the pot, cooking until tender, about 10-15 minutes.

Stir in the banana and jackfruit, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Add the cooked sago pearls and sugar, stirring until dissolved.

Remove the pandan leaves and add vanilla extract for flavor.

Simmer for another 5 minutes to blend the flavors.

Serve warm or chilled over crushed ice, garnished with mango and purple yam.

Cooking Techniques

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