APPLE SAGO

The health benefits of sabudana (sago) are mainly in the carbohydrates it provides. Also known as tapioca pearls, sago is made from the starch extracted from the pith (centre) of the sago palm stems.

Serves 4

500g apples, peeled, cored and cut into slices

¼ - ½ cup sugar (will vary depending on variety of apple)

1 cup water

1 lemon, zest only

¾ cup sago

Cream for serving

Method

In a medium heavy based pot place the apples, sugar, lemon zest and water.  Bring to the boil then reduce the temperature so the apples gently simmer until almost tender. 

Add the sago and stir well so that it doesn’t clump together, cook for 15-20 minutes or until the sago goes transparent and tender.  The apple should be a puree and the sago melts together and slightly thickens the pudding.

Serve warm or cold with pouring cream!