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Filipino Taho Recipe (Silken Tofu Dessert)

Meet brown sugar boba’s Filipino cousin - Filipino Taho! The chewiness of the boba compliments the silky custard-like tofu that melts in your mouth with every spoonful. It swims in a caramel-y brown sugar bath & since you’re the master chef of your kitchen, you decide how much to add so it’s not too sweet! This underrated silken tofu dessert is what sweet dreams are made of - no fancy equipment required!

Cook Time
mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 220 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Dessert , Breakfast
Cuisine: Asian , Filipino

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ¾ cup water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 package silken tofu
  • ½ cup sago
  • 4 cups water
  • ½ cup boba pearls optional

Instructions

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  1. In a medium-sized pot, bring water to a rolling boil on medium heat. Once the water is boiling, add the sago pearls and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the center of the tapioca pearls are no longer white, stirring frequently. It's important to add the pearls only after the water is boiling so they keep their shape.
  2. In the meantime, in a steamer, place silken tofu and steam for 10 minutes. If you don’t have a steamer, you can use a large pan or wok then place a wire rack or aluminum foil shaped into a ring in the center. Pace a heat-proof plate with the silken tofu on top of the wire rack or aluminum foil. Carefully, pour enough water into the pan so it’s just below the plate, avoiding getting water onto the plate. Steam for 10 minutes.
  3. Once the sago pearls are clear, drain and rinse any residue on the pearls with cold water. Set aside.
  4. If you're you're making the boba pearls, bring a pot of water to a boil then cook pearls according to the package instructions. Drain & set aside.
  5. In a saucepot, combine brown sugar, water, salt, and vanilla extract. Cook for about 5 minutes or until it turns into a syrup. Turn off heat and cover to keep warm.
  6. In a cup, assemble your taho by layering the silken tofu, sago pearls, and brown sugar syrup. Repeat to your heart's desire, then serve immediately while warm. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Sago Pearls: I tested different brands and highly recommend this brand. It comes out perfectly chewy when cooked properly and doesn't smell like plastic when cooked, unlike some other brands. 
  • Boba: If you use boba, you can make homemade boba or store-bought.

Nutrition Information

Serving 0.75cup Calories 220kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 55g (18%) Protein 0.1g (0%) Fat 0.01g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.01g Monounsaturated Fat 0.003g Sodium 342mg (14%) Potassium 56mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 40g (80%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 43mg (4%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 220

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.75cup
Calories 220kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 55g 18%
Protein 0.1g 0%
Fat 0.01g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.003g 0%
Sodium 342mg 14%
Potassium 56mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 40g 80%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 43mg 4%
Iron 0.3mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.