Sago

Basic Ingredients and Preparation for Sago

Pearl Sago. Image credit - hsa*ba

  1. Sago is a starchy ingredients which becomes soft and tender when cooked. It may be steamed but is usually boiled.
  2. Sago is used as a thickening agent in some puddings. Usually, it is cooked by itself and wrapped in banana leaves with fruit, sugar and coconut (as in Abuk-abuk Sago recipe) or served in dessert bowls with coconut milk and gula-melaka syrup.
  3. Sago may be boiled, then further cooked in syrup till dry. This preparation is usually brightly coloured and served with coconut milk.
  4. Before use, wash sago pearls till the water runs clear. This helps to get rid of excess starch.


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