Description
Mango Bango is a refreshing Filipino dessert featuring soft, translucent sago pearls combined with creamy full-fat coconut milk and sweet ripe mangoes. This chilled treat is perfect for a warm day and can be garnished with fresh fruits or toasted coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup sago pearls
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups water (for cooking sago)
Optional Toppings
- Fresh fruits (such as mango slices or berries)
- Toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- Cook the sago pearls: In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil. Add the sago pearls and cook until they turn translucent, about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Drain and cool sago: Once cooked, drain the sago pearls using a fine mesh strainer and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent clumping.
- Prepare the coconut mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the full-fat coconut milk and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar has fully dissolved for a smooth, sweet base.
- Combine ingredients: Gently fold the cooled sago pearls and diced mango into the coconut milk mixture, taking care not to mash the mango to maintain its fresh texture.
- Chill and serve: Transfer the mixture into serving cups or bowls. Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld and for the dessert to chill. Optionally, garnish with fresh fruits or toasted coconut flakes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar amount based on the sweetness of your mangoes and personal preference.
- Ensure sago pearls are fully cooked and translucent to avoid a gritty texture.
- To toast coconut flakes, simply dry fry them in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant.
- This dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 24 hours for freshness.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute full-fat coconut milk with light coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Filipino
