Tahô

By Ashley Jean March 23, 2023 22 mins read 97 Views

Taho is sweet and silky dessert made with soft tofu, brown sugar syrup, and chewy Sago pearls. This Filipino favorite will be a hit!

Is it a beverage? Is it a dessert? Although it looks like boba tea, this is actually taho, which is a delicious snack from the Philippines.

You'll love taho if you like my creamy vegan desserts such as Haupia, Mango Coconut Chia Pudding and No Bake Chocolate Avocado Pudding. It is naturally vegan, creamy, yet refreshing, and even contains a lot of plant-based proteins. It's also quite fun with the sago pearls.

What is Taho?

Taho, also known as soft silken tofu and arnibal, is a Filipino snack. Taho is a popular comfort food that's loved by many. You can find taho vendors all across the country. It can be eaten for breakfast, for dessert, as an afternoon pick-me-up--basically, any time of day is a good time for taho!

Different parts of the Philippines have their own versions of the classic taho recipe. You can also find it in other Southeast Asian countries. I am however sharing the traditional Filipino version.

What is Arnibal?

Taho also contains arnibal, a sweet syrup made from sugar and water. A delicious syrup made with brown sugar and water can be prepared with a caramel-flavored flavor. However, arnibal can also include other ingredients such as pandan leaves, or black tea in my taho recipe.

Your arnibal doesn't need to be reserved for taho. It's delicious drizzled over vegan dessert ice cream.

Notes on Ingredients

Scroll down the recipe card for the ingredients and instructions.

Water
Sago pearls If you don't have sago pearls available, tapioca pearls (AKA Boba) can be substituted.
Boiling water
Plain black tea bag will give your arnibal an earthy, rich flavour. For a more robust flavor, you can use Earl Grey or chai.
Dark brown Sugar - The arnibal will enjoy the dark brown sweetness of dark brown sugar.
Vanilla extract
Silken Tofu Use the shelf-stable variety of silken, which has the creamiest texture.
Unsweetened Coconut milk - Also, unsweetened soymilk works.

Are Tapioca Pearls and Sago the Same?

Tapioca pearls and sago pearls have different properties. However, tapioca pearls can be used in this recipe if you don't have sago.

Tapioca pearls can be made from cassava starch or tapioca starch. Sago is made from sago palm tree sap. Although the starches are processed in the same way to make pearls, sago pearls have a slightly different texture and are smaller than tapioca. They cook quicker because they are smaller.

Tapioca has a chewier texture while sago is more soft. It may also be noticeable that sago is almost sweetened with nutmeg, while tapioca pearls are more bland.

How to Make Taho

Taho is simple! You can actually make taho whenever you have an arnibal in your kitchen. Simply boil the sago pearls, and prepare the tofu.

Boil the Sago. Add water to a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Cook the sago pearls according to package instructions. Allow the sago to rest for 20 minutes before draining and then rinse.

Make the tea. Heat water in a large saucepan. Cover the mug with the teabag and let it steep for 15 minutes. The tea bag should be thrown away.

Prepare the arnibal. Mix the dark brown sugar, the tea and the vanilla extract in small saucepan set over low heat. The mixture should be brought to a boil. Stir constantly. Let the mixture simmer on low heat for between 11-14 minutes or until the sugar has dissolved and the syrup thickens. Turn off the heat.

Heat the tofu. Transfer the tofu to a microwave-safe bowl and heat it for 2 to 3 minutes or until it is warm through.

assemble it. Slice the tofu into half-inch slices. Place them in a bowl or glass. Place the sago pearls and 4 to 6 tablespoons of the arnibal syrup on top. The coconut milk should be followed by the remaining coconut milk.

Tips to Success

This recipe is versatile, so it's easy to make it your own! These are some quick tips to make your taho easy to put together.

Do not stop stirring. Sugar is very hot so stir often when making the arnibal. Do not leave the stovetop unattended!
Use nonstick pots. This will prevent you from burning and make cleanup much easier.
Use silicone spatula to stir the syrup. This will prevent the syrup from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Prepare the tea, syrup and sago ahead of time. Keep them in separate containers. When you are ready to make the Taho, heat the syrup in the microwave.

Variations

You can add your own twist to this taho-inspired recipe or choose one of these options:

Increase the milk. You can reduce the amount of arnibal sugar and increase coconut milk. This will make your taho less sweet and creamier.
Try it chilled. You can also skip heating the tofu.
You can skip the tea. Or, if you aren't anxious about getting in on the action, you can just drink water. The vanilla and brown sugar will make it delicious.
Add another layer to your flavour. Try Korean strawberry milk or bananamilk instead of coconut milk.

How to store

Remaining taho can be stored in an airtight container in your refrigerator. You can either microwave it for 1-3 minutes depending on how much you are reheating, or stir it and heat it on the stovetop on low heat. It can also be eaten chilled.

You can keep leftovers but taho should be eaten right away.

Can this recipe be frozen?

Taho is not something you can freeze. Make sure to eat it immediately!

Have fun, friends! Please tag #jessicainthekitchen in your photo of this taho dish on Instagram. If you leave a comment and rate the recipe, we'd love it! We appreciate your kind words!

Taho

Taho is sweet and silky dessert made with creamy soft Tofu, fragrant Syrup, and chewy Sago Pearls. This Filipino favorite will be a hit!

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Asian

Prep time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 Minutes

Total time minutes

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Calories 490 490 Kcal

Author Jessica Hylton

Ingredients

water for boiling
3/4 cup sago pearls uncooked
1/2 - 1/8 cup boiling hot water to make the tea
1 black tea bag
3/4 cups dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
12.13 ounces silken tofu
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk

Instructions

Boil the sago. Add water to a large saucepan and bring it up to a boil. Cook the sago according to package directions. Allow the sago to rest for 20 minutes. Strain the pearls and rinse them. Place them aside.
Make the tea. Pour the water into a large mug. Place the teabag inside. Let the tea steep in the mug for 15 minutes. The tea bag can be removed and thrown away.
Make the arnibal syrup. Combine the dark brown sugar, vanilla extract, and tea in a small saucepan. Heat on low heat. Bring the mixture to boil by stirring constantly. Reduce the heat immediately and simmer the mixture for between 11-14 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved and the syrup thickens. It should be taken off the heat immediately and left to cool.
The tofu should be heated. Heat the tofu in an oven-safe container. Microwave it for 2 to 3 minutes.
Assemble it. Slice the tofu in 1/2 inch slices. It doesn't matter how big they are. Place them in a bowl or serving glass. To taste, add sago pearls. To taste, add 4-6 tablespoons of arnibal maple. To taste, top with coconut milk.

Nutrition

Carbohydrates: 89g

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