Grass Jelly Ingredients

Grass jelly, also known as leaf jelly, is a popular dessert in various Asian countries. It is made from the leaves of the mesona chinensis plant and is often served with syrup or fruits.

Grass Jelly Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 packet of grass jelly powder
  • 4 cups of water
  • Ice cubes (optional)
  • Syrup or fruits for serving

Instructions

  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a pot.
  2. Slowly add the grass jelly powder to the boiling water while stirring continuously.
  3. Simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
  4. Pour the grass jelly mixture into a square or rectangular mold and let it cool to room temperature.
  5. Refrigerate the grass jelly until it sets, then cut it into cubes.
  6. Serve the grass jelly with syrup or fruits, and add ice cubes if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
20 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
50 per serving
Carbohydrates
12g
Fiber
2g
Protein
0g

Supplies

Pot Mold

Tools

Spoon Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the grass jelly with a drizzle of coconut milk for a creamy twist.

Tips & tricks

For a refreshing treat, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to the grass jelly dessert.

Cost

$5