Tapioca Pearls

Tapioca Pearls is a delightful Paleo Thai dessert featuring chewy tapioca pearls enveloped in a fragrant coconut milk sauce, infused with the natural sweetness of honey and a hint of pandan. This refreshing treat is perfect for a warm day or as a satisfying end to any meal.

Ingredients

• Tapioca pearls - 100 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Pandan leaves - 2 (or 1 teaspoon pandan extract)
• Water - 500 ml
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, bring 500 ml of water to a boil.
2. Add the tapioca pearls to the boiling water and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become translucent.
3. Once cooked, remove the tapioca pearls from heat and let them sit for 5 minutes in the water.
4. In another saucepan, combine the coconut milk, honey, pandan leaves (or extract), and a pinch of salt over low heat, stirring until well mixed and warmed through. Do not boil.
5. Drain the cooked tapioca pearls and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process.
6. Add the drained tapioca pearls to the coconut milk mixture and stir gently to combine.
7. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Gluten-free and suitable for Paleo diet.
• Coconut milk provides healthy fats and may improve heart health.

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