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Preparation
30 minutes
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Cooking
10 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Black jelly with chia seeds is a great choice to cool your body on hot sunny days. Let TasteVN share with you the detailed recipe for this snack. And now, let’s get cooking right away.
Ingredients for Black jelly with chia seeds Serves 4
Black jelly powder 1 packet (50gr) Chia seeds 2 tablespoons Cream powder 1 packet (32gr) Sugar 150 gr Banana oil a little
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose grass jelly powder
- You can buy any type of grass jelly powder according to your preference.
- When purchasing the product, you need to pay attention to information about the origin, production date, and expiration date printed on the packaging.
- Choose grass jelly powder that is well-packaged and has complete labeling.
- You can find this type of powder at grocery stores and supermarkets. You can purchase it at TasteVN or order black grass jelly powder online at bachhoaxanh.com.
Information about chia seeds
Chia seeds, also known as Salvia, have a shape similar to basil seeds but are smaller in size and have a shiny outer shell. Chia seeds contain a lot of nutrients, essential minerals, protein, Omega, antioxidants, … providing wonderful benefits for health. Currently, there are 2 types of chia seeds on the market: white chia seeds and black chia seeds, and you can choose either type as you like.
How to prepare Black Grass Jelly with Chia Seeds
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Dissolve black grass jelly powder
Put the black grass jelly powder into a pot, gradually pour in 1 liter of water, stirring continuously while pouring until the powder is completely dissolved.
Then let the mixture rest for about 5 – 10 minutes.
Tip:
- You should add the powder to the pot and then slowly pour in the water while stirring; this way, the powder will dissolve more easily.
- The grass jelly water mixture must be thin, with no lumps of powder remaining.
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Cook the grass jelly and pour into molds
Cook the prepared grass jelly mixture over low heat, stirring continuously until you see the water gently boiling. Cook for about 5 – 10 minutes until the mixture thickens like paste.
Then pour the cooked grass jelly into molds to cool. Place in the refrigerator for about 30 – 45 minutes.
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Soak chia seeds
Put 2 tablespoons of chia seeds into a bowl, add about 1/2 cup (rice bowl) of cooled boiled water. Soak for about 30 minutes until the chia seeds swell and soften.
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Cook milk powder
Put 400ml of water, 150g of sugar, and 32g of milk powder into a pot, stirring over low heat. When the mixture has dissolved and is lightly boiling at about 70 degrees Celsius, turn off the heat and let it cool.
Tip:
- You can replace milk powder with coconut milk, adjusting the sugar amount to suit your family’s taste, and let the coconut milk mixture simmer lightly.
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Completion
After the jelly has set, use a knife to cut it into small pieces and place them in a cup. Then add the soaked chia seeds (amount to taste).
Add about 4 tablespoons of cooked creamy milk powder, 2 – 3 drops of banana oil for aroma, and finally a little ice and enjoy.
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Final Product
Soft grass jelly, chewed with crunchy chia seeds, blended with rich and delicious milk, refreshing and cool. This will definitely be a snack or dessert that is refreshing for the family.
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Above is a detailed guide on how to make black grass jelly with chia seeds from refreshing grass jelly powder, simple and easy. We are confident that this grass jelly dish will be a favorite for your whole family this hot season. Wishing you success!
*Source of recipe and images shared from Facebook: Nguyễn Tám.
