Guide Note

Sago is a starch that comes from the Sago Palm Tree.

Fast Facts

1. Similar to tapioca and yuca
2. Commonn in Malaysian cooking
3. Used as a thickener

Sago is purely carbohydrates, giving no nutritional value due to the lack of protein and vitamins.

• 100 grams of Sago
  • 100 calories
  • 94 grams of carbohydrates
  • 0.2 grams of protein
  • 0.5 grams of dietary fiber
  • 1.2mg of iron

1. The Sage Palm Tree is cut down.
2. The trunk of the tree is split, allowing for the pith to be removed.
3. The pith is crushed, releasing the starch.
4. The starch is collected after being washed and strained to remove the fibrous residue.
5. It is then either baked to create a hard cake or mixed with water to create a paste.