This easy South African sago pudding is cooked on the stove and results in a warm, comforting dessert. Here’s a straightforward recipe you can follow:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sago pearls
- 1 litre milk (or plant milk)
- 160 ml sugar
- 50 ml butter (or vegan marge)
- 5 eggs, separated (or 10 tbsp aquafaba for vegan)
- Pinch of salt
- 2 cinnamon sticks (or ground cinnamon)
- 2 ml ground nutmeg
- 5 ml vanilla essence
Method:
- Soak the sago pearls in the milk for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best texture).
- Place the sago and milk mixture into a saucepan and simmer on medium heat.
- Add the sugar, egg yolks (or aquafaba), cinnamon, and salt to the mixture. Stir everything together.
- Stir continuously for about 20 minutes, adding a splash of milk as needed to prevent stiffness.
- Keep cooking until the sago becomes transparent. Remove from heat.
- Stir in the butter and vanilla essence.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a spoonful of apricot jam.
This version is simple, can be made vegan, and is a classic for winter or any time you want something sweet and nostalgic[1]. Variation tips include using coconut milk for added flavor or honey instead of sugar for a different sweetness[2]. Sago pudding can be enjoyed as a stovetop treat or baked for a firmer texture, but the above method keeps it quick and easy for the stove.
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