Easy delicious konnyaku jelly recipe
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5
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
3 hrs 5 mins
Easy delicious konnyaku jelly recipe
Description
This recipe prepares a jelly using konnyaku jelly powder dissolved in boiling water with yuzu marmalade and lemon zest. The yuzu and lemon provide a bright citrus flavor while the konnyaku powder, a traditional Japanese ingredient, forms the jelly's firm but soft texture. Continuous stirring as the powder dissolves ensures even consistency without lumps.
Once combined and cooked briefly, the mixture is poured into molds and chilled for at least three hours to fully set. The jelly's texture is distinctively smooth and slightly springy thanks to konnyaku's properties. The citrus marmalade lends sweetness and aroma without overpowering the jelly's mild character.
Because konnyaku is low-calorie and high in fiber, this dessert can appeal to those seeking lighter sweets. The recipe notes adapting the amount of yuzu marmalade and lemon zest according to the konnyaku powder's water requirements to maintain balance in flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons yuzu marmalade This is the quantity for 1 litres (33.8oz of water) Please check your konnyaku powder to see how much water it requires and adjust accordingly. For example, if it requires 400g (16.9oz) of water, only 1.5 tablespoons of yuzu and 0.5 tablespoons of lemon zest should be used.
- 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 Packet konnyaku jelly powder
Instructions
- Heat up the 1 litre of water. Once it comes to the boil, turn down the heat.
- Add the yuzu marmalade, lemon zest and konnyaku jelly powder. Start stirring immediately
- Keep stirring for 5 minutes then pour into moulds and let the jelly mixture cool.
- Once cooled sufficiently, allow it to set in the fridge for at least 3 hours.
Notes
- If your konnyaku jelly powder is not sweetened, mix any sugar with it before adding to the boiling liquid to ensure even sweetness.
- Adjust yuzu marmalade and lemon zest amounts based on the quantity of water required by your konnyaku powder to maintain flavor balance.
- Konnyaku jelly is low in calories and high in fiber, making it a light dessert option when sugar is omitted or minimized.
- Allow the jelly to set in the refrigerator for at least three hours for proper firmness before serving.