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Dragonfruit Sago

Refreshing Dragonfruit Sago Dessert for Tropical Bliss

Enjoy a vibrant and refreshing Dragonfruit Sago dessert drink that's easy to make and packed with tropical flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jelly
  • 1 tablespoon Agar Agar Essential for making both dragonfruit and coconut jelly
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Substitutable with almond milk for a twist
  • 1 cup Coconut Water Adds refreshing taste
For the Drink
  • 1/2 cup Sago Can swap with tapioca pearls
  • 1/4 cup Condensed Milk For sweetness and creaminess
  • 1/4 cup Evaporated Milk For velvety richness
  • 1 cup Milk Use whole or non-dairy alternative
For the Fruit
  • 1 cup Pink Dragonfruit (Chopped) Crucial for vibrant color
  • 1/2 cup White Dragonfruit (Chopped) Can replace with more pink dragonfruit
For Extra Fun
  • 1/2 cup Popping Boba Optional for burst of flavor
  • Ice Cubes To keep the drink chilled

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • pot
  • knife
  • Fork

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare Coconut Jelly: Combine coconut milk and coconut water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, whisk in agar-agar until dissolved, pour into a bowl to cool and set for 30 minutes, then cut into cubes.
  2. Make Dragonfruit Jelly: In another saucepan, simmer chopped pink dragonfruit with a splash of water, mash into puree, stir in agar-agar, boil until dissolved, cool for 30 minutes, and cut into cubes.
  3. Cook Sago: Boil sago pearls in water for 12-14 minutes until translucent, then remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix coconut jelly, dragonfruit jelly, sago, chopped dragonfruit, and optional popping boba. Add ice cubes and pour in milk, evaporated milk, and condensed milk; stir gently.
  5. Serve: Transfer the mixture into serving bowls or glasses. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy this refreshing dessert!

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure agar-agar is fully dissolved for smooth texture. Adjust jelly firmness by changing agar-agar amount. Allow enough cooling time for jellies to set completely. Layer ingredients for eye appeal when serving.

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