Strawberry Matcha Sago

You’re probably familiar with the classic mango sago dessert, but have you ever tried matcha strawberry sago? This flavor combination is refreshingly unique and perfectly balanced—neither too sweet nor too rich. Just follow this easy strawberry matcha sago recipe for a twist on a favorite!

What is Sago?

Sago is a starchy substance extracted from palm trees, notably the sago palm. The pearls are translucent and chewy, with a texture similar to tapioca pearls. It is often used in many Asian dishes, but one of the most popular desserts is mango sago, which originated from Hong Kong but is evidently popular in many Asian countries such as Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines, and others.

Sago Macronutrients

Sago is predominately a mixture of starch and water, so it lacks other nutrients.

Per 100 grams: 355 calories, 94 grams carbs, 0.2 grams protein, 0.2 grams fat, 0.4 grams fiber

Strawberry Matcha Sago Ingredients

• Strawberry Jelly
• 1/2 cup sago
• Nata de Coco, I used around 1 cup
• 1 cup Strawberries,
• 1 tbsp matcha: I used ceremonial-grade matcha
• 1 cup Milk
• Condensed milk

Strawberry Matcha Sago Instructions

1. To make the strawberry jelly, pour a carton of Binggrae strawberry milk into a pot. Add 1 tsp of agar powder and whisk well. Turn up the heat and let it simmer, then turn off the heat and let it set. Chill in the fridge.
2. Prepare the sago according to the package instructions.
3. To prepare the matcha milk, sift 1 tbsp of ceremonial matcha powder through a sieve. Add enough hot water to cover the powder and whisk until smooth. Then, pour the matcha mixture into the milk and stir to combine.
4. In a bowl, combine all the ingredients: strawberry jelly, sago, nata de coco (you can adjust the amount of syrup to your liking), chopped strawberries, matcha milk, and ice. Stir well and enjoy!

If you enjoy this strawberry matcha sago recipe, you might want to try the classic mango sago recipe.