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Buko Sago Pocket Pies

Yields6 ServingsTotal Time1 hr

Savor the delightful fusion of flavors with pocket pies filled with sweet buko and chewy sago—a tropical treat encapsulated in a flaky pastry shell.

Buko Filling
 ½ cup heavy cream
 ¾ cup white sugar
 2 cups young coconutshredded
 ½ cup young coconut juice
 ¼ cup cornstarch
 ½ cup sagocooked
Assembly
 ½ cup all-purpose flour
 12 puff pastry sheets
 1 egg white
 cooking oil for deep-frying
Buko Filling
1

In a saucepan, combine heavy cream and sugar over medium heat until it simmers and sugar is completely dissolved.

2

Add shredded coconut and bring to a simmer whilst constantly stirring.

3

In a bowl, mix coconut juice and cornstarch until well combined and smooth. Continuously stir the contents of the pot then gradually add the coconut juice and cornstarch mixture until thick.

4

Add sago. Set aside to cool.

Assembly
5

On a lightly floured surface, set out a puff pastry sheet. Use a rolling pin to flatten into a rectangular shape.

6

Add two teaspoons of the buko filling and fold over the puff pastry sheet.

7

. Use egg white wash to seal the pie on all sides. Using a fork, score the edges of the pie. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.

8

Serve the pastries warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0