Desi Kitchen Sabudana (200 g) is fine, pearly tapioca sago, a beloved ingredient in Indian fasting foods, desserts, and snacks. Gluten-free and quick-cooking, sabudana is the backbone of khichdi, kheer, and vada — comfort foods cherished across South Asian kitchens.

Tapioca Sago Pearls for Fasting and Everyday Cooking

• Fine, pearly tapioca pearls — gluten-free and easy to digest
• Essential for sabudana khichdi, kheer, vada, and thalipeeth
• 200 g pack ideal for regular home cooking
• Vegetarian-friendly fasting food staple

How to Use

Soak 200 g of sabudana in cold water for 4–6 hours or overnight until the pearls are soft and doubled in size. Drain thoroughly before use. For sabudana khichdi: sauté with ghee, peanuts, cumin, green chili, and potatoes. For kheer: cook soaked sabudana in warm milk with sugar and cardamom until thick and creamy. For vada: mix with mashed potato, peanuts, and spices, then deep-fry until golden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does sabudana need soaking? Sabudana pearls are dried and need soaking to rehydrate evenly. Proper soaking ensures each pearl is uniformly soft and cooks evenly without becoming a sticky, gluey mass.

Is sabudana gluten-free? Yes — tapioca sago is derived from cassava root and is naturally gluten-free, making it a popular choice during Hindu fasting observances (vrat) and for those with gluten sensitivities.

Where can I buy it in Los Angeles? At Anora's Cash N Carry, 567 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036. EBT accepted.

Allergen note: Derived from cassava (tapioca). Naturally gluten-free. May be processed in a facility handling wheat and tree nuts. Check the current label for details.