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Sago Pearls
- Uniform small starch pearls
- White when dry
- Hard pearls become translucent when cooked
Dry goods & condiments
Sago Pearls
Uniform small starch pearls; White when dry; Hard pearls become translucent when cooked.
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3 identity clues
- Uniform small starch pearls
- White when dry
- Hard pearls become translucent when cooked
Names in other languages
- 繁體中文
- 西米
- English
- Sago Pearls
- Bahasa Indonesia
- Butiran sagu
- Tagalog
- Butil ng sago
How to identify it
Check these features together: Uniform small starch pearls; White when dry; Hard pearls become translucent when cooked. Colour alone is not sufficient. For packaged Sago Pearls, confirm the name, ingredients or intended use on the original label. Ask the vendor about loose food; never taste to identify it.
Common confusion
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White Rice
- Dry grains may be long or short
- Milky white to slightly translucent
- Hard smooth grains
How to identify it
Sago Pearls: Uniform small starch pearls. For White Rice, look for dry grains may be long or short. Confirm the original name, ingredients or use as well; colour does not make the products interchangeable.
Common Hong Kong household uses
Cook for sweet soup or desserts.
Choosing & preparing
Check ingredients and pack directions; cooking time depends on pearl size, and transparency alone is not a safety test.
Storage
Retain the original label and keep sealed in a cool dry place against moisture and pests; follow dates and opening instructions and refrigerate hydrated or cooked portions promptly.
Helper tip
For Sago Pearls, check uniform small starch pearls. If uncertain, verify the label or ask the employer before using it.
Useful market phrase
唔該，我想要西米，請幫我確認名稱同用途。Meaning: I would like Sago Pearls, please. Help me confirm its name and use.
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