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[[File:MangoPomeloSago_1.jpg|thumb|260px|A bowl of mango pomelo sago in a dessert store]]
'''Mango pomelo sago''' is a type of contemporary [[Hong Kong]] [[dessert]]. Having invented in 1984 by [[:zh-tw:利苑酒家|Lei Garden]], it has sustained its popularity up till now. This dessert can be found in the menu of many [[Chinese]] restaurants and dessert stores in Hong Kong as well as [[Singapore]]. As time goes by, this dessert has evolved into many different forms for the purpose of coping with the keen competition brought by other newly invented desserts. For example, it serves as a flavour for other desserts and drinks.
[[File:Mango Pomelo Sago by Lei Garden.jpg|thumb|Lei Garden's mango pomelo sago]]
<ref>{{cite web|title=Sweet dreams: Love Yogurt not just dessert|url=http://pittnews.com/article/65975/arts-and-entertainment/food-drink/sweet-dreams-love-yogurt-not-just-dessert/|website=pittnews|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref>


'''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 cuisine|Chinese]] restaurants and dessert stores in Hong Kong, as well as in [[Singapore]], [[Malaysia]], [[Guangdong]], [[Taiwan]] and Papua New Guinea.<ref>{{Cite web |title= Sago and Sagú|date=April 2023 |url=https://historicalfoodways.substack.com/p/sago-and-sagu}}</ref> Over time, this dessert has evolved into many different variations; for example, it can serve as a flavor for other desserts and drinks.<ref>{{cite web|title=Sweet dreams: Love Yogurt not just dessert|url=http://pittnews.com/article/65975/arts-and-entertainment/food-drink/sweet-dreams-love-yogurt-not-just-dessert/|website=pittnews|date=December 2015 |accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref>
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== Origin/History ==
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The chinese name of “mango pomelo sago”( [[:zh-tw:楊枝甘露|楊枝甘露]] ) comes from the concept of dropping manna from a willow branch which makes people feel refreshed when they taste it. It was also the secret tool of the [[Guanyin]] according to the traditional Chinese mythology- '''''[[Journey_to_the_West|Journey to The West]]'''''.


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== Origin ==
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The Chinese name of "mango pomelo sago" ([[:zh-tw:楊枝甘露|楊枝甘露]], meaning "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. Given that it wanted to create a new dessert which is in line with the taste of Singaporeans. <ref>{{cite web|title=Best Mango Pomelo Dessert In Singapore – 杨枝甘露 Rocks|url=http://danielfooddiary.com/2016/01/13/mangopomelo/|website=DANIELFOODDIARY}}</ref>
This dessert was said to be invented by Lei Garden<ref>{{Cite web |last=Jiahui |first=Sun |date=July 13, 2021 |title=The Hong Kong Dessert with an Immortal Name |url=https://www.theworldofchinese.com/2021/07/behind-the-name-of-an-immortal-hong-kong-dessert/}}</ref> in 1984 when it decided to set up its first branch in Singapore.<ref>{{cite web|title=Best Mango Pomelo Dessert In Singapore – 杨枝甘露 Rocks|url=http://danielfooddiary.com/2016/01/13/mangopomelo/|website=DANIELFOODDIARY}}</ref> [[:zh-tw:黃永幟|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]].<ref>{{cite web|title=楊枝甘露|url=http://www.singtaousa.com/616885/post-%E6%A5%8A%E6%9E%9D%E7%94%98%E9%9C%B2/?variant=zh-hk&fs=16|website=Sing Tao Daily|accessdate=24 March 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160409045450/http://www.singtaousa.com/616885/post-%E6%A5%8A%E6%9E%9D%E7%94%98%E9%9C%B2/?variant=zh-hk&fs=16|archive-date=9 April 2016|url-status=dead}}</ref>


Although Mango pomelo sago was invented recently by Lei Garden, the origins go further into the past than we realize. On the coast of Southern China, researchers recently discovered traces of [[Sago palm|Sago palm starch]] on archaic cooking utensils that date back 5,000 years ago.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shute |first=Nancy |date=May 10, 2013 |title=Sago, An Ancient Chinese Starch, Endures In Asian Cooking |website=[[NPR]] |url=https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2013/05/09/182614622/sago-an-ancient-chinese-starch-endures-in-asian-cooking}}</ref> This early cooking instrument was primarily used to prepare food during an era when farmers in the Southern region were growing more sago, and soy. Additionally, researchers suggest that due to the plentiful growth of Sago, it was used as one of their main sources of carbohydrates. [[Zhao Rukuo]],<ref>{{Cite book |last=Harrison |first=Tom |title=BRUNEI CANNON – THEIR ROLE IN SOUTHEAST ASIA |date=1969 |publisher=Brunei Museums Publications |edition=Vol.1, No.1 1969}}</ref> a Chinese historian of the 12th century, noted that in the Kingdom of Boni, they used sha-hu, or sago, as their main grain as there was low production of wheat and other sources of carbohydrates.
[[:zh-tw:黃永幟|Wong Wing-chee]], the former head chef of the Lei Garden, invented mango pomelo sago as a new dish of the Lei Garden. Due to the sub-tropical climate in Southeast Asia, he intentionally invented this dessert to make people feel cooler after having a taste of it. Inspired by the local ingredients in Singapore, Wong decided to make a dessert featuring [[mango]], [[pomelo]] and [[sago]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=楊枝甘露|url=http://www.singtaousa.com/616885/post-%E6%A5%8A%E6%9E%9D%E7%94%98%E9%9C%B2/?variant=zh-hk&fs=16|website=Sing Tao Daily|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref>


== Variations ==

Many new mango pomelo sago-based desserts have become popular, including:
However, there is another version of the origin saying that this dessert was invented by the Lei Garden in order to make good use of the leftover pomelo after making [[Yusheng|Lo Hei]] in Chinese New Year.
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* [[Pudding]], [[ice cream]] and [[ice lolly]] with the flavour of mango pomelo sago

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* Mango pomelo sago flavor of snow skin [[mooncake]] for [[Mid-Autumn Festival]]

* Mango pomelo sago can be served alongside tofu pudding([[douhua]]), coffee or [[aloe vera]]
== Recipe ==
* Bottled mango pomelo sago flavoured drinks
According to [[Maria Cordero]], a Filipino-Hong Kong singer who is fond of cooking, the process of making this dessert is 'a piece of cake'. All the ingredients it needs are diced mango, sliced pomelo, sago, [[coconut milk]], [[evaporated milk]] and [[milk]]. First, boil the sago while blending mango, coconut milk, evaporated milk and milk in the blender. When the sago begins to float and turns into transparent, rinse it for later use. Then, pour the mixture into a bowl together with the cooked sago and mix well. Lastly, the pomelo is put on top of the mixture for decoration. All these ingredients can be chilled beforehand to improve the taste of this dessert. <ref name="Recipe yum">{{cite web|last1=Ennvy.c|title=Mango Sago Dessert|url=http://recipeyum.com.au/mango-sago-dessert/|website=Recipe Yum|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=Mango pomelo sago cream cheese cup|url=http://hd.stheadline.com/dining/recipe_content.asp?rid=1075|website=HK headline}}</ref>
* Rice ball ([[Tangyuan (food)|Tangyuan]]) and [[grass jelly]] may be used to substitute for sago in the recipe

* Mango pomelo sago flavored cake during Chinese New Year<ref>{{cite web|title=mango pomelo sago|url=http://worldrecipes.expo2015.org/en/recipes/q-mango_sago_pomelo.html|website=world recipe|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Prosperity menus focus on traditional festive favourites|url=http://www.thestar.com.my/metro/eat-and-drink/2016/02/19/familiar-taste-of-home-prosperity-menus-focus-on-traditional-festive-favourites/|website=The Star Online|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Mango Deluxe with Aloe Vera for Strengthening Stomach|url=http://www.hungfooktong.com/en/product.php?mc=2&cid=6&showProduct=1&id=159|website=Hung Fook Tong|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref>
== Nutritional Value ==
* Gulaman Recipe, Filipino Sago<ref>{{Cite web |last=Sobel |first=Adam |date=July 25, 2024 |title=Sago't Gulaman Recipe (Refreshing Filipino Sago Drink) |url=https://cinnamonsnail.com/sago-gulaman-recipe/}}</ref>
The nutritional value of mango pomelo sago mainly comes from mango and pomelo.


Rich in different vitamins and minerals, mango is beneficial to health in many aspects. It promotes good eyesight and vision given its abundance of [[vitamin A]] which contains [[visual purple]]. Its possession of [[vitamin C]] stabilizes and strengthens the [[immune system]] in our bodies. Moreover, mango can cope with anaemia due to its rich [[iron]] content.


The abundant content of potassium in pomelo contributes to its major nutrition. [[Potassium]] stabilizes and maintains blood pressure. In the meantime, dietary fibre is found in pomelo which facilitates [[peristalsis]] and bowel motion and thus prevents [[constipation]] and assists weight loss.
<ref>{{cite web|title=Calories|url=https://hk.answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20070528000051KK02850|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref>

== Health Consequences ==
While people may have the perception that majority of traditional Chinese desserts are 'healthier' than the western one that sold in [[patisseries]] in terms of nutrition content, according to dietitian, with the use of coconut milk and evaporated milk, this dessert contains high [[calories]]. In general, each bowl of mango pomelo sago contains around 264 kcal, which is relatively high when compared to other desserts like [[sweet potato soup]] which is with 154 kcal. If we consume this dessert too frequently, there is high probability that [[cholesterol]] level in blood vessels will rise drastically due to the high content of [[saturated fat]] and sugar from the coconut milk and evaporated milk respectively. A healthier alternative would be substituting milk with semi-skimmed or [[skimmed milk]] and reduce the amount of coconut milk and evaporated milk used.

== Evolution ==
In order to suit different tastes of people and attract new customers, people keep coming up with a wide variety of ideas to make new desserts by using mango pomelo sago as the base ingredient.
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* [[Pudding]], [[ice cream]] and [[ice lolly]] with the flavour of mango pomelo sago are launched to the markets.
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* It is adopted as a flavour for the snow skin [[mooncake]] for [[Mid-Autumn Festival]] so as to keep up with the market’s trend.
* Dessert stores owners create new forms of mango pomelo sago as a gimmick to attract customers. For instance, mango pomelo sago is served with tofu pudding([[douhua]]), coffee or [[aloe vera]].
* Due to the pursuance and advocacy of convenience, there are bottled mango pomelo sago drinks offered in different places like convenience stores and dessert stores.
* Some cooks may even make changes to the existing recipe by adding in different ingredients apart from sago, such as rice ball ([[:zh-tw:湯圓|tangyuan]]) and [[grass jelly]].
* Some chained cake shops even take mango pomelo sago as the main flavour for their latest promoted cake during Chinese New Year.
<ref>{{cite web|title=mango pomelo sago|url=http://worldrecipes.expo2015.org/en/recipes/q-mango_sago_pomelo.html|website=world recipe|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Prosperity menus focus on traditional festive favourites|url=http://www.thestar.com.my/metro/eat-and-drink/2016/02/19/familiar-taste-of-home-prosperity-menus-focus-on-traditional-festive-favourites/|website=The Star Online|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=楊枝甘露|url=http://www.hungfooktong.com/tc/product.php?mc=3&cid=61&s_cid=63&showProduct=1&id=350|website=Hung Fook Tong|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=Mango Deluxe with Aloe Vera for Strengthening Stomach|url=http://www.hungfooktong.com/en/product.php?mc=2&cid=6&showProduct=1&id=159|website=Hung Fook Tong|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=Pomelo and mango with sago and D24 Durian with sago|url=http://www.hkhls.com/Product/product_POPupWindow.aspx?id=120|website=Hui Lau Shan|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=Mango Sunshine|url=https://www.maximscakes.com.hk/Areas/Client/Detail/En/17da89d6-c60d-43e3-a3fc-538559906461.html|website=Maxim's cake|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=mini snow-skin mooncake|url=http://www.jetsoguide.com/mooncake/817|website=jetso guide|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=ice lolly|url=http://www.appolo.com.hk/ct/product.php?cid=45|website=Appolo|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=首創楊枝甘露咖啡 林東源牧羊少年 尖沙咀有咩好食|url=http://www.sina.com.hk/news/article/20160220/0/7/47/首創楊枝甘露咖啡-林東源牧羊少年-尖沙咀有咩好食-5433039.html|website=sina|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=涼粉系列|url=http://tangrenhuihk.com/menu/mixed-1.html#tofupudding|website=Tong Ren Hui Dessert|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=Ice Dumplings|url=http://www.maxims.com.hk/html/rd/tc/ice-dumpling.html|website=Maxim's|accessdate=24 March 2016}}</ref>


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==See also==
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* [[List of Chinese desserts]]
* [[List of desserts]]
* [[List of desserts]]
* [[Tapioca pudding]]


==References==
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Latest revision as of 00:52, 24 December 2024

Mango pomelo sago
CourseDessert
Place of originHong Kong
Serving temperatureCold
Main ingredientsMango, pomelo, sago, coconut milk, cream, sugar
Variationsice cream, ice pop, pudding
Food energy
(per serving)
264 kcal (1105 kJ)
Similar dishesSago with coconut milk
Mango pomelo sago
Traditional Chinese楊枝甘露
Simplified Chinese杨枝甘露
Literal meaningpoplar branch sweet dew
Transcriptions
Standard Mandarin
Hanyu Pinyinyáng zhī gān lù
Yue: Cantonese
Jyutpingjoeng4 zi1 gam1 lou6
A bowl of mango pomelo sago in a dessert store
Lei Garden's mango pomelo sago

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, Taiwan and Papua New Guinea.[1] Over time, this dessert has evolved into many different variations; for example, it can serve as a flavor for other desserts and drinks.[2]

Origin

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The Chinese name of "mango pomelo sago" (楊枝甘露, meaning "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[3] in 1984 when it decided to set up its first branch in Singapore.[4] 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.[5]

Although Mango pomelo sago was invented recently by Lei Garden, the origins go further into the past than we realize. On the coast of Southern China, researchers recently discovered traces of Sago palm starch on archaic cooking utensils that date back 5,000 years ago.[6] This early cooking instrument was primarily used to prepare food during an era when farmers in the Southern region were growing more sago, and soy. Additionally, researchers suggest that due to the plentiful growth of Sago, it was used as one of their main sources of carbohydrates. Zhao Rukuo,[7] a Chinese historian of the 12th century, noted that in the Kingdom of Boni, they used sha-hu, or sago, as their main grain as there was low production of wheat and other sources of carbohydrates.

Variations

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Many new mango pomelo sago-based desserts have become popular, including:

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Sago and Sagú". April 2023.
  2. ^ "Sweet dreams: Love Yogurt not just dessert". pittnews. December 2015. Retrieved 24 March 2016.
  3. ^ Jiahui, Sun (July 13, 2021). "The Hong Kong Dessert with an Immortal Name".
  4. ^ "Best Mango Pomelo Dessert In Singapore – 杨枝甘露 Rocks". DANIELFOODDIARY.
  5. ^ "楊枝甘露". Sing Tao Daily. Archived from the original on 9 April 2016. Retrieved 24 March 2016.
  6. ^ Shute, Nancy (May 10, 2013). "Sago, An Ancient Chinese Starch, Endures In Asian Cooking". NPR.
  7. ^ Harrison, Tom (1969). BRUNEI CANNON – THEIR ROLE IN SOUTHEAST ASIA (Vol.1, No.1 1969 ed.). Brunei Museums Publications.
  8. ^ "mango pomelo sago". world recipe. Retrieved 24 March 2016.
  9. ^ "Prosperity menus focus on traditional festive favourites". The Star Online. Retrieved 24 March 2016.
  10. ^ "Mango Deluxe with Aloe Vera for Strengthening Stomach". Hung Fook Tong. Retrieved 24 March 2016.
  11. ^ Sobel, Adam (July 25, 2024). "Sago't Gulaman Recipe (Refreshing Filipino Sago Drink)".
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