Shwe Yin Aye

Name: Shwe Yin Aye
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 7
Cuisine: Myanmar
Ingredients: Coconut milk — 2 cups (480 ml / 16 fl oz); Sugar — 1/4 cup (50 g / 1.75 oz); Cooked sago pearls — 1/2 cup (90 g / 3 oz); Cubed agar jelly, any colour — 1/2 cup (100 g / 3.5 oz); White bread, cubed and lightly toasted — 2 slices; Crushed ice, to serve

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20 min

Prep

5 min

Cook

Servings

Ingredients

Coconut milk — 2 cups (480 ml / 16 fl oz)
Sugar — 1/4 cup (50 g / 1.75 oz)
Cooked sago pearls — 1/2 cup (90 g / 3 oz)
Cubed agar jelly, any colour — 1/2 cup (100 g / 3.5 oz)
White bread, cubed and lightly toasted — 2 slices
Crushed ice, to serve

Method

Warm the coconut milk gently with the sugar in a saucepan until the sugar dissolves; let cool, then chill.
Divide the cooked sago pearls, jelly cubes and toasted bread cubes among serving bowls or glasses.
Top with a generous amount of crushed ice.
Pour the chilled sweetened coconut milk over the top just before serving.

Introduction: A cooling dessert soup of coconut milk, jellies, sago and bread, layered over crushed ice, a refreshing treat especially popular in Myanmar’s hot season.

Cultural Background: Shwe yin aye, meaning ‘golden cool’, is enjoyed throughout Myanmar’s hot months, its layered combination of textures and cool coconut milk offering welcome relief from the heat, sold at dessert stalls and made at home alike.

Tips: Toast the bread cubes lightly so they retain a little texture rather than becoming completely soggy. Chill the coconut milk thoroughly for the most refreshing result.

Variations: Add diced fruit such as jackfruit or banana for extra variety. Use different coloured jellies for a more visually striking presentation.

Storage: Store the sweetened coconut milk separately in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; assemble just before serving.

Reheating: This is a cold dessert and is not reheated.

Nutrition: Per serving (approx.): 260 kcal, 3 g protein, 14 g fat, 32 g carbohydrate.

FAQs:

Q: What is agar jelly?

A: A plant-based gelatin substitute made from seaweed, commonly used in

Q: Is this dessert very sweet?

A: It has a moderate sweetness, balanced by the coconut milk’s