Agar-agar jelly

Cookinero 28 Feb 2025

Agar-agar jelly can be made from berries - it will harden no worse than with gelatin. Agar is a plant substitute for gelatin, it forms a dense jelly in aqueous solutions. It is sold in the spice section or in health food stores. To activate the gelling properties of agar-agar, you need to bring it to a boil.

How to cook Agar-agar jelly

Step 1

Agar-agar jelly

Prepare the strawberries. Place the berries in a saucepan, pour in 100 ml of water, add sugar and put on the fire, boil for 1 minute. Strain the syrup through a sieve.

Step 2

Agar-agar jelly

Prepare the jelly base. Pour the remaining water over the agar-agar and let it sit for about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Agar-agar jelly

Prepare the jelly. Add the agar-agar solution to the strawberry syrup and boil for 1-2 minutes. Pour the jelly into molds and let cool at room temperature. Then put it in the refrigerator for 3 hours.

Agar-agar jelly - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute agar-agar with gelatin, but the texture will be softer. Use 1 tablespoon of gelatin for every 2 teaspoons of agar-agar and dissolve it properly before mixing.
The jelly can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Keep it covered to prevent it from absorbing other odors.
Yes, since agar-agar is a plant-based gelling agent, this recipe is vegan-friendly as long as no animal-derived ingredients are added.
Absolutely! You can use any fruit juice or puree, such as mango, raspberry, or orange, to create different flavors of jelly.
To make it firmer, increase the agar-agar slightly (by 1/4 tsp). For a softer texture, reduce the agar-agar by the same amount.
Freezing is not recommended as it can alter the texture, making it watery when thawed. Refrigeration is the best storage method.
Yes, you can replace sugar with a sugar substitute like stevia or erythritol, but adjust the amount based on sweetness preference.
Dip the mold briefly in warm water for a few seconds, then gently invert it onto a plate. This helps release the jelly smoothly.

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