Sago and Brown Sugar Syrup

August 17, 2011
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Time flies and another week just flew out of the window... and soon Eid Celebration will be at our door steps...
I have to start my cookies baking soon...



If one were to visit some hotels in Malaysia for their Ramadan (Fasting Month) Buffet Spread... one of the desserts that you are likely to find is Sago Pearls served with dark brown sugar syrup and coconut milk...

And that was where D had his first taste of this gorgeous dessert and has not forgotten about it eversince... it was like ~  love at first taste for him...

With a packet of sago in hand... I asked him... and knowing what his answer would be ...
"Which would you prefer: Kuih Sago or Sago with dark brown sugar syrup and coconut milk...?"

Without a second to waste...I got his reply...


Sago and Brown Sugar Syrup

Enjoy this dessert either as it is or chilled for a couple of hours in the fridge.
Like D, you will craving for more .

Sago and Brown Sugar Syrup Recipe (serve 4-6)

2 liter of water
200g sago pearls
2 pandan leaves ~ tie into a knot
1 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup of water
1 can of coconut milk
  1. Place dark brown sugar, knotted pandan leaves and 1/4 cup of water in a small sauce pan.
  2. Bring to a quick boil then lower the heat.
  3. Leave it to simmer for about 10 minutes
  4. Set aside.
  5. Bring 2 liter of water to boil. Add sago pearls into the boiling water.
  6. Stir continously... so it will not clump together.
  7. Cook until all the pearls become transparent.
  8. Drain off the starch and rinse under cold water a few times.
  9. Spoon into glass or bowl.
  10. To serve, add dark brown sugar syrup and coconut milk.
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Comments

  1. AmeliaAugust 17, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Sagu pudding.... another addiction yum yum. I can eat this thru out the day when I make this.LOL

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  2. Smita SrivastavaAugust 17, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Lovely recipes accompanied with outstanding pictures !!!

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  3. SatrupaAugust 17, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    How do u manage to click such beautiful flawless clicks :) The dessert looks awesome ..... delisssh n slurrrrp :)

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  4. SylviaAugust 17, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    Mmmmm, i love this! it's even better with gula melaka!

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  5. Rosa's Yummy YumsAugust 17, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    A delightful dessert! I love sago.

    Cheers,

    Rosa

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  6. kankanaAugust 18, 2011 at 4:19 AM

    I have heard of this treat a lot and have seen in some blogs too! I enjoy tapioca pearls in savory version more but this looks so tempting!

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  7. Lisa HoAugust 18, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Amelia
    Our all time favourite... :D

    Smita
    Thank you :D

    Satrupa
    :)

    Peachie
    Sure is... :)

    Rosa
    :D

    kankana
    I have yet to try the savoury version... that would be interesting ..:)

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  8. FlowerAugust 18, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    I love sagu gula melaka. Nak buat lah kejap lagi. Hari tu buat lopes so ada lebih lagi syrup gula melaka n 2 hari lepas buat rendang 'low-fat' so sekotak santan yg dah buka pun masih ada dlm fridge. Dessert yg paling sedap n rasa yang paling sedap.

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  9. Nami | Just One CookbookAugust 18, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    SOOOOOOOOOO pretty! I love sago and coconut milk. I never thought IKEA spoons can be this pretty! =P

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  10. Lisa HoAugust 18, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Flower
    I pun ada extra syrup gula... and lepas ni I pula nak buat Lopis ... hehehe..

    Nami
    Hahaha.... you have a 'Sharp' eye, my dear... :D

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  11. lenaAugust 18, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    it's been a long time since i last had this..also at the hotels. Love the creaminess of the santan. You celebrating hari raya? i think for the next 2 weeks, you're going to bake like crazy!

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  12. shazAugust 18, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    Such a simple yet luscious dessert :)

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  13. toriAugust 18, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    These puddings are my husband's absolute favourite. Last time I made a batch I found him in the middle of the night, eating it straight out of the bowl from the fridge. Thank you for reminding me! nb, your photos are absolutely stunning.

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  14. ManjuAugust 19, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    This looks soo delicious. I can only imagine with sago, coconut milk and brown sugar! awesome pics!

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  15. Lisa HoAugust 19, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    lena
    We celebrate Raya and CNY...
    Hehehe... I'll be covered in flour, margarine and sugar... :)

    Shaz
    Thank you :D

    Tori
    :D... its addictive...

    Manju
    Thank you :D

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  16. Gloria BakerAugust 21, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Look amazing, I love sago pearls! gloria

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  17. KalyanAugust 22, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    This one looks so yummy and easy to make...can't wait to taste it!

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  18. Biren @ Roti n RiceAugust 22, 2011 at 3:23 AM

    One of my favorite desserts, quick, easy, and delicious! :)

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  19. Tanvi@SinfullySpicyAugust 22, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    I love sago & make a kheer with it but your version with coconut milk & brown sugar is making me drool..trying this soon..love the clarity in your pictures!

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  20. Lisa HoAugust 22, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Gloria
    Thanks :D

    Kalyan
    Happy tasting :)

    Biren
    :D

    Tanvi
    I must look up other dessert or savoury sago... kheer sounds intriguing... :D

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  21. Angie's RecipesAugust 22, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    I still have some sago in the pantry that I bought quite some time ago. Better use them before too late. Thank you, Lisa, for this simple and delicious dessert.

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  22. tigerfishAugust 23, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    Sago with Gula Melaka, I love this dessert.

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  23. AnnapetAugust 23, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    I love sago, but somehow could not make it right! No one taught me No. 6 ;-). Thank you for the instructions.

    Gorgeous photos as always!

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  24. Lisa HoAugust 23, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Angie
    :D

    tigerfish
    I love the sweet and creamy taste :)

    Annapet
    Thx Anna... I thought of omitting no 6 earlier... but thank god I didn't ;P

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  25. mycookinghutAugust 24, 2011 at 3:35 AM

    Lisa, ni memang favourite I... boleh makan one after another !

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