| Mango pomelo sago | |
| Country: | Hong Kong |
| Course: | Dessert |
| Served: | Cold |
| Main Ingredient: | Mango, pomelo, sago, coconut milk, cream, sugar |
| Variations: | ice cream, ice pop, pudding |
| Calories: | 264 |
| Similar Dish: | Sago with coconut milk |
Mango pomelo sago is a type of contemporary Hong Kong dessert. It usually includes diced mango, pomelo, sago, coconut milk, and milk. It can be found in many Chinese restaurants and dessert stores in Hong Kong, as well as in Singapore, Malaysia, Guangdong, and Taiwan. Over time, this dessert has evolved into many different variations; for example, it can serve as a flavor for other desserts and drinks.[1]
The Chinese name of "mango pomelo sago" (楊枝甘露, literally "willow branch manna") comes from the concept of dropping manna from a willow branch which makes people feel refreshed when they taste it. It is also a magical tool used by Guanyin in the 16th century Chinese novel Journey to the West.
This dessert was said to be invented by Lei Garden in 1984 when it decided to set up its first branch in Singapore.[2] Wong Wing-chee, the former head chef of the Lei Garden, alleges to have invented mango pomelo sago as a new dish of the Lei Garden. Inspired by the local ingredients in Singapore, Wong decided to make a dessert featuring mango, pomelo, and sago.[3]
Many new mango pomelo sago-based deserts have become popular, including: