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Authentic Laos Tapioca Pudding with Bananas

In a bowl of warm water, add tapioca pearls and allow them to soak for 20 minutes. Prepare bananas by peeling them and cutting them into ½ inch slices.

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How long does Authentic Laos Tapioca Pudding with Bananas take?

56 min all in — 10 min prep, 26 min cook, 20 min rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.

How many does it serve?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.

How hard is it?

Medium.

How spicy is it?

No chilli.

Does it fit a diet?

The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free.

What does it cost to cook?

Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.

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What equipment do I need?

Saucepan, Mixing bowl.

How much salt do I put in?

The recipe lists Salt at to taste.

How much sugar?

2 tbsp of Sugar.

Any tips from this recipe?

Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.

Can I use an air fryer?

This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.

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