Authentic Laos Tapioca Pudding with Bananas

7 steps · 37 min total

1. 01

   Soak Tapioca

   Soak the tapioca pearls in 1 cup of warm water for 20 minutes.
2. 02

   Slice Bananas

   Peel the bananas and cut them into ½-inch slices. Set them aside.
3. 03

   Boil Bananas

   Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a pot on the stove, then add the banana slices.
4. 04

   Drain Tapioca

   After the tapioca has soaked for 20 minutes, drain the pearls under cold water to keep them from sticking together.
5. 05

   Simmer Tapioca

   Add the drained tapioca pearls to the pot with the bananas. Let it simmer for 3 minutes, or until the pearls turn clear and translucent.
6. 06

   Add Coconut Milk and Sugar

   Stir in the sugar and pour in the coconut milk. Continue to stir gently for 3 minutes, allowing the ingredients to combine and the mixture to warm through.
7. 07

   Season with Salt

   Add salt to taste, adjusting until the flavors are balanced.