Almond Jelly
26 min · 6 steps
Easy: ≤30 min and ≤6 steps
About this dish
A softly set almond milk jelly cut into diamonds and served chilled with sweet lychees in their own syrup.
Allergy Info
Dairy, Tree Nuts
Diet Info
Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dairy & Eggs
- Whole milk300 ml
Tins & Jars
- Lycheestinned in syrup, drained, syrup reserved300 g
Dried Goods
- Agar-Agar Powder8 g
- Water500 ml
- Caster sugar80 g
Spices & Seasonings
- Almond extract1 tsp
Utensils
- Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Sharp knife
Method
Sprinkle the agar-agar powder over the water in a saucepan and leave for 3 minutes to bloom.
Bring to the boil, stirring constantly, then simmer for 3 minutes until fully dissolved.
Stir in the whole milk and caster sugar and simmer for 2 minutes until smooth, then remove from the heat.
Stir in the almond extract, then pour the mixture into a shallow dish and chill for at least 3 hours until fully set.
Cut the set jelly into diamonds or cubes.
Divide the jelly and drained lychees between four bowls and spoon over a little of the reserved lychee syrup to serve.