Brown sugar chilled drink with cooked pearls and jelly. A homestyle take on a drink from Philippines, made with easy-to-find ingredients. Makes 2 glasses in about 22 minutes.
Homestyle Sago at Gulaman
Ingredients
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- 3 ½ oz (95.0 g)cooked sago pearls
- 1.0 cup (85.0 g)fully set food-grade agar jelly cubes
- ⅓ cup (75.0 ml)dark brown sugar syrup
- 1 ½ cups (340.0 ml)cold filtered water
- 1 ¼ cups (160.0 g)ice cubes
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Instructions
- Cook the pearls according to their package directions until fully tender; drain and cool promptly.
- Prepare jelly with food-grade agar and boiling water according to its label, allow it to set completely, then dice.
- Combine brown sugar syrup with cold water and stir thoroughly.
- Divide cooled pearls, jelly and ice between two glasses; add sweet water and serve with wide straws or spoons.
Tips
- Perishables must not sit at room temperature longer than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F (32°C).
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Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make homestyle sago at gulaman?
Plan on 12 minutes of prep, plus 10 minutes to chill. The recipe makes 2 glasses.
How should I store homestyle sago at gulaman?
Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.
Can I make homestyle sago at gulaman ahead?
Best made just before serving. Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.
Is this recipe vegan?
Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as chocolate, sprinkles and plant butter are labeled vegan.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 2 servings this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (2 servings): ~522 cal · 0g fat · 133g carbs · 1g protein · 111g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
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