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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.

Add 2 cups sago pearls to a bowl and soak them in water for 30 minutes.

In a separate pot, add 4 cups of water and bring it to a boil.

Add 1/2 cup sugar to the boiling water and stir until dissolved.

Add a pinch of saffron color and 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder to the mixture.

Add the soaked sago pearls to the boiling mixture and stir well.

Cover the pot and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

After 10 minutes, uncover and stir again, then cover and cook for another 10-15 minutes until the sago pearls become translucent and cooked through.

Once cooked, serve on a plate and garnish as desired.

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