Black Grass Jelly Desserts, Chewy in Texture From Plant-Based Ingredients

The starch from green leaves turns into jelly, did you ever know about that? In my area, we are familiar with a type of plant called “Grass Jelly” which is generally vine.

There are two types of colors that are produced from different types. One is green, and the other is black.

“Grass Jelly” popular served cold for iced and various types of sweet desserts. Although, the basic taste of “Grass Jelly” itself has no taste, with a strong smell, like grass :).

Well, I once had a green grass jelly plant in my garden at that time. Unfortunately, when my brother did the garden cleaning, my brother thought it was pest grass. So my green grass jelly plant was uprooted and then it died.

This is my green grass jelly plant at that time. I took a picture before finally, the plant was no longer in my garden.

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“Grass Jelly” is quite popular especially for children, because it has a chewy texture, and also a cold sensation when swallowed. Although it has a strong aroma, it can be overcome by adding brown sugar sauce and fragrant pandan leaves.

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GRASS JELLY POWDER

So, this time I will share how I prepare “Grass Jelly Desserts.” Since I don't have “Grass Jelly”, I bought instant products at the supermarket. How to make it is also very easy. I just need to follow the instructions on the back of the grass jelly powder packaging.

If the jelly is made directly from the “Grass Jelly” leaves, we need to mash the grass jelly leaves then knead with water, filter, and then cook until boiling. Then after being allowed to cool at room temperature, it will set became jelly.

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For the grass jelly powder that I bought, I only need to mix it with 700 ml of water. Stir well until there are no lumps of powder.

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After the grass jelly powder has dissolved, then cook the solution until it boils. Don't forget to keep stirring, so that there are no lumps.

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If it has been removed, immediately put it in the mold with the shape we want. Then let it cool at room temperature.

If you want to serve it cold, you can store the grass jelly in the refrigerator before serving. Also, the brown sugar sauce is cooled and ice cubes are added.

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DESERT SERVING SUGGESTION

This time I served warm desserts by pouring jelly with brown sugar and warm coconut milk.

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I have boiled brown sugar with water and pandan leaves. Then at the end, I add coconut milk to add a creamy sensation.

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I have two serving versions of the grass jelly desserts. The one with grass jelly is shaped directly on the plate. The other DNA is grass jelly which is shaped on ice cube molds.

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For serving grass jelly desserts using a circular plate mold, I cut up the grass jelly with a knife. Then, I pour the warm brown sugar sauce.

The final touch, I added coconut cream on top of the grass jelly desserts. Desserts are warm and sweet, but still have a cold sensation from the texture of the grass jelly itself.

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For the version with the ice cube mold, I pour the warm brown sugar sauce after the grass jelly desserts are removed from the mold.

For the final touch, I sprinkle coconut milk foam on top of the grass jelly desserts. Yummy! I prefer the second serving version.

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How about you guys? Have you ever tried grass jelly desserts? Or in your area, there are plants that can be made into jelly? I appreciate all of your feedback. :)

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I hope you can find what you deserve to find today. Have a great day, good people, HIVE Lovers!

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All Pictures Were Taken by iPhone 11.

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Best Regards,
Anggrek Lestari

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