Sago Gula Melaka

This classic Peranakan treat is perfect to cool off after a savoury meal!

Sago Gula Melaka

This classic Peranakan treat is perfect to cool off after a savoury meal!

Serves 6

Total Time 25 mins

Ingredients

Sago pearls	250g
Palm sugar, shaved	200g
Water for palm sugar	100ml
Water for sago pearls	1l or 5 cups
Salt	To taste
Coconut milk	200ml
Pandan leaves	3-4

Cooking Method

Step 01	Melt the shaved palm sugar, pandan leaves and water in a saucepan to a medium low heat for five minutes. Once fully melted, remove the pandan leaves and set the syrup aside to cool.
Step 02	Bring the coconut milk and one pandan leaf to a simmer. Add salt and stir it continually. Set aside to cool.
Step 03	In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Pour sago pearls and cook it until it is almost transparent. Turn off the heat and drain the starchy liquid.
Step 04	Pour the cooked pearls in small bowls or a muffin pan. Leave them to set in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Step 05	Serve this dessert with 2-3 tablespoons of palm sugar syrup and a generous drizzle of coconut milk.

To get the best results, leave the mould overnight for a firmer texture.

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