HOW TO COOK SAGO (TAPIOCA PEARL) PERFECTLY | Mispola

sago pearls

🥗Healthier: tapioca pearls

💰Cheaper: rice

Tapioca pearls offer a similar texture, while rice can be a budget-friendly alternative.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often more affordable.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean adds richness, while essence is a cost-effective substitute.

In a pot over medium heat, add 3 cups Tap Water. Bring to boil.

Add sago pearls, bring to boil again.

Stir gently and cook for about 5 minutes or until semi-translucent. Remove from heat.

Set aside and let cool for 15 minutes.

Strain the sago pearls. Sago is semi translucent, white spot in the center.

Put back sago pearls, add 3 cups Tap Water.

Boil for second time.

Stir and check once in a while that you still have enough water.

Reduce heat and cook for another 20 minutes.

Turn off the heat. Add 2 cups Tap Water.

Rinse sago a few times to remove excess starch.

Drain. It is already cook. So chewy and translucent.

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