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Strawberry Matcha Sago Drink Recipe

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Strawberry Matcha Sago is a refreshing and colorful dessert featuring chewy sago pearls combined with creamy matcha-infused milk, fresh strawberries, coconut jelly, and optional strawberry heart jelly. This sweet treat balances earthy matcha flavors with fruity and creamy textures, perfect for a cool snack or dessert.

Ingredients

Sago and Jelly

  • ½ cup dried sago pearls
  • 1 cup coconut jelly, diced
  • ½ cup strawberry heart jelly (optional)

Milk and Matcha Mixture

  • 1 cup milk or milk of choice
  • 2 tablespoons (12 g) matcha powder
  • ½ cup (120 ml) hot water at 176°F (80°C)
  • ¾ cup evaporated milk
  • ¼ cup condensed milk (adjust to taste)

Fruits

  • 1 cup strawberries, washed and diced

Instructions

  1. Cook the Sago: In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the sago pearls, reduce the heat to medium-high, and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pearls become mostly transparent.
  2. Soak the Sago: Remove from heat, cover, and let the sago sit for 10–15 minutes until fully translucent.
  3. Cool the Sago: Strain the sago pearls through a sieve and rinse them under cold running water to stop the cooking process. Submerge the sieve with sago in a bowl of cold water to prevent drying and set aside.
  4. Prepare Matcha Milk: Sift the matcha powder into a heat-proof bowl. Whisk it with hot water (176°F or 80°C) in a “W” motion until frothy and fully combined. Add the milk and stir until smooth.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Drain the sago pearls thoroughly. In a large mixing bowl, add the sago, evaporated milk, condensed milk, matcha milk, diced strawberries, coconut jelly, strawberry heart jelly (if using), and ice cubes.
  6. Serve: Spoon the mixture into individual serving cups and enjoy immediately for the best freshness and texture.

Notes

  • You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less condensed milk according to taste.
  • Make sure to rinse sago thoroughly with cold water to prevent clumping and overcooking.
  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
  • The strawberry heart jelly is optional but adds a nice visual appeal and extra strawberry flavor.
  • This dessert is best served immediately to maintain the texture of the jelly and sago.
  • Substitute coconut jelly with other similar jellies like agar-agar jelly or nata de coco if preferred.

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