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Taho Recipe

Filipino · Dessert · 35 min total

Taho is a classic Filipino sweet snack made with silken tofu, sago pearls, and arnibal (brown sugar syrup). This recipe recreates the beloved street food experience at home.

Ingredients

• 1 block (about 14 oz) silken tofu
• 1/2 cup small sago pearls (or tapioca pearls)
• 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

1. Rinse sago pearls and soak in water for 10 minutes. Drain.
2. Bring a pot of water to a boil (about 4 cups). Add sago pearls and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until translucent (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
3. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes). Stir in vanilla extract if using. Set aside.
4. Bring a separate pot of water to a gentle simmer. Carefully place the block of silken tofu in a steamer basket or on a heatproof plate and steam for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
5. To serve, scoop warm silken tofu into bowls. Top with cooked sago pearls and drizzle generously with arnibal (brown sugar syrup). Serve immediately.

Tips

• For a richer flavor, use muscovado or coconut sugar.
• Sago pearls can be replaced with tapioca pearls or even small boba.
• Taho is best enjoyed warm, but leftover components can be refrigerated separately and reheated.

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