Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 4 of 6 ingredients — the other 2 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 4 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Coconut | 1/2 cup shredded (40g) | 283 |
| Banana | 1 medium (118g) | 105 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
| Meat | not in our table | 0 |
| Leaf | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 120 g sago pearls
- 100 g white granulated sugar
- 60 g grated coconut meat
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp green food coloring (optional)
- 8 ea. 2 cm pieces of pandan leaf
- 8 banana leaves , rolled into cones
Directions
Prepare a steamer over a few inches of simmering water.
Place the sago in a strainer , and rinse well under running water. Let drain.
Transfer the sago to a bowl, then mix in the coconut, salt, and food coloring.
Fill each banana leaf cone with a scoop of the sago mixture. It should fill the cone about halfway.
Place a scoop of sugar on top of the sago mixture.
Top the sugar with another scoop of the sago mixture.
Place a piece of pandan leaf on top of the sago mixture. Fold the banana leaf to fully enclose the packet.
Transfer the packets to the steamer, cover, and steam for 15–20 minutes.
Remove from the steamer and allow to cool.
Unwrap the packets and serve.