Sago Pudding (Gula Melaka)

Steps to make Sago Pudding (Gula Melaka)

1. 1

   Boil water

   15
   

   In a large pot, over a high heat, boil 10 cups of water.

2. 2

   Add sago pearls

   5
   

   Gradually add and the sago pearls to the boiling water and stir through so that the sago does not clump. Return to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.

4. 3

   Cook sago pearls.

   30
   

   Cook for about 30 mins until the sago turns translucent, stirring occasionally.

5. 4

   Mold cooked sago

   2
   

   Pour the cooked sago into jelly molds.

6. 5

   Refrigerate

   10h
   

   Refrigerate molds overnight.

7. 6

   Prepare the syrup (Gula Melaka)

   1
   

   In a small saucepan, stir together the palm sugar and ½ cup of water.

8. 7

   Cook the syrup (Gula Melaka)

   5
   

   Bring the sugared water to boil and cook until the sugar has dissolved.

9. 8

   Strain the syrup (Gula Melaka)

   1
   

   Strain the liquid through a fine sieve to remove grit.

10. 9

    Serve

    3
    

    Unmold the refrigerated puddings and serve with the coconut milk and palm sugar syrup (Gula Melaka), separately, for each person to pour over their individual servings.