Lychee Sago
Lychee sago is a chilled, creamy dessert drink packed with chewy tapioca pearls, sweet lychees, and rich coconut milk for a refreshing tropical treat. Golden boba, coconut jellies, and tender toddy palm and jackfruit add layers of texture, while condensed milk brings gentle sweetness throughout. Served cold over ice, this delightful dessert soup is a colorful and satisfying option for warm days, gatherings, and anytime you want something cool, fruity, and creamy.
Tasty Team
Total Time
1 hr 40 min
1 hr 40 min
Prep Time
5 minutes
5 min
Cook Time
35 minutes
35 min
Total Time
1 hr 40 min
1 hr 40 min
Prep Time
5 minutes
5 min
Cook Time
35 minutes
35 min
Ingredients
for 8 servings
- 12 cups water
- 1 cup uncooked sago tapioca pearls
- 1 cup golden boba tapioca pearls
- 1 (20-ounce) can lychee in syrup, syrup and lychees separated, divided
- 1 (12-ounce) can coconut milk
- ½ cup condensed milk
- 1 cup coconut jellies
- 1 (20-ounce) can sliced toddy palm and jackfruit in syrup, drained
- ice, for serving
Nutrition Info
- Calories 371
- Fat 18g
- Carbs 45g
- Fiber 5g
- Sugar 11g
- Protein 8g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Fill 2 medium pots each with 6 cups water. Bring each to a boil over medium-high heat. Place the sago pearls in 1 pot and the tapioca pearls in the other. Cook according to package instructions, stirring regularly to prevent the pearls from sticking, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place the lychee syrup and half of the canned lychees in a blender. Add the coconut milk and condensed milk. Process for 15–20 seconds, until the mixture is smooth. Set aside,
- Transfer the cooked sago and tapioca to a colander, and drain. Rinse with cold water, and drain again.
- Transfer the drained sago and tapioca to a large bowl. Using kitchen scissors, cut the remaining canned lychees in half, and add them to the bowl. Add the coconut jellies and drained toddy palm and jackfruit slices. Add the smooth coconut milk mixture.
- Stir the mixture together using a large ladle until evenly combined. Cover and chill in the refrigerator until chilled, at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours. Pour evenly into serving bowls or glasses (over ice, if desired), and serve with spoons.
- Enjoy!
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