Steamed Pumpkin Sago Pudding 金瓜西米布甸

A delightful and comforting dessert featuring mashed steamed pumpkin blended with chewy sago pearls and creamy coconut milk, steamed to a perfect pudding consistency.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 500g pumpkin (peeled, deseeded)
• 100g small sago pearls
• 400ml coconut milk
• 80g rock sugar (or granulated sugar)
• 1 liter water (for cooking sago)
• 1 pandan leaf (optional, knotted)
• 1 liter water (for steaming)

Steps

1. Prepare Pumpkin: Cut pumpkin into small pieces. Steam until very soft.
2. Cook Sago: Bring water to a boil in a pot. Add sago pearls and pandan leaf (if using). Cook, stirring occasionally, until sago pearls are translucent with only a tiny white dot in the center.
3. Rinse Sago: Drain the cooked sago and rinse under cold water to remove excess starch and prevent sticking. Set aside.
4. Make Pumpkin Paste: Mash the steamed pumpkin until smooth. Add rock sugar and coconut milk. Mix well until sugar is dissolved and the mixture is creamy.
5. Combine Ingredients: Gently fold the cooked sago pearls into the pumpkin-coconut mixture.
6. Steam Pudding: Pour the mixture into heatproof bowls or a large steaming dish. Steam over high heat for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pudding is set.
7. Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Can be served warm or chilled.

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