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Strawberry Matcha Sago

A refreshing Asian-inspired dessert combining chewy sago pearls, creamy matcha coconut base, and fresh strawberries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sago Pudding Base
  • 1 cup small sago pearls
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 0.25 cup sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Matcha Layer
  • 1 tsp matcha powder high-quality
  • 2 tbsp hot water
  • 2 tbsp condensed milk optional
Strawberry Topping
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
  • 1-2 tsp sugar optional
  • to taste mint leaves optional garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Rinse sago pearls under cold water until clear.
  2. Boil 3 cups water in a saucepan, add sago, and cook 10–12 minutes until translucent.
  3. Drain sago and rinse under cold water.
  4. Warm coconut milk with sugar and vanilla; stir in sago and let sit 5 minutes.
  5. Whisk matcha powder with hot water until smooth; add condensed milk if desired.
  6. Mix matcha solution into the sago-coconut base.
  7. Slice strawberries, sprinkle with sugar if desired, and let sit 5–10 minutes.
  8. Spoon pudding into bowls, top with strawberries and mint leaves, serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Adjust sweetness and coconut milk richness to preference. Use small sago pearls for best texture.