savarisi – சவ்வரிசி

• Sago is a starch extracted from the pith of tropical palm trees, mainly from the sago palm (Metroxylon sagu).

• It is commonly used in cooking and is available in the form of small, white pearls.

• In Indian cuisine, sago is widely used in making dishes like sabudana khichdi, payasam (kheer), and vada.

• It is also known as “Sabudana” in Hindi.

Uses of Sago:

✅ Used as a thickening agent in soups and desserts.
✅ A popular fasting food in India.
✅ Provides a quick source of carbohydrates and energy.