Description
Mango Bango is a refreshing Filipino dessert featuring chewy sago pearls combined with ripe mangoes and creamy coconut milk. This no-bake, chilled treat perfectly balances the sweetness of mangoes with the rich texture of coconut milk, making it an ideal dessert for warm days or anytime you crave a tropical indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Sago Pearl Base
- 1 cup sago pearls
- 4 cups water (for cooking sago)
Mango Coconut Mixture
- 2 ripe mangoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
Optional Toppings
- Fresh fruits (such as additional mango slices)
- 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 them, stirring occasionally, until they become translucent, about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Drain and rinse sago: Once cooked, drain the sago pearls using a fine mesh strainer and rinse them under cold water to halt the cooking process and prevent sticking.
- Prepare coconut milk mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the full-fat coconut milk with granulated sugar. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Fold in sago and mango: Gently add the cooled sago pearls and diced mango into the coconut milk mixture, folding carefully to avoid mashing the mango pieces and sago.
- Chill and serve: Transfer the mixture into serving cups or bowls. Refrigerate for at least one hour to chill and allow the flavors to meld. Optional toppings such as fresh fruit or toasted coconut flakes can be added before serving for extra texture and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar quantity based on the sweetness of your mangoes and personal preference.
- Cook sago pearls until translucent but avoid overcooking to prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Rinsing the sago under cold water immediately after cooking stops the gelatinization process and keeps pearls from sticking.
- For a lighter version, use light coconut milk instead of full-fat.
- Optional toasted coconut flakes add a delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Filipino
