Sago Gula Melaka
Sago Gula Melaka is a beloved Southeast Asian dessert, particularly popular in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. It features translucent sago pearls cooked until tender, then drenched in a rich, sweet sauce made from melted palm sugar (gula melaka) and often served with creamy coconut milk.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is very high in carbohydrates from the sago and palm sugar, with a moderate amount of fat from the coconut milk, and negligible protein. A typical serving provides a quick energy boost and contains roughly 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 48 g |
| Fat | 3.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 32 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 35 mg |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The unique, smoky-caramel flavor of gula melaka, derived from the sap of the coconut or nipah palm, is what truly defines this dish. Nutritionally, while it's an indulgent treat, the sago itself is a gluten-free starch that's gentle on the digestive system.
