Tuesday 21 April 2015

Basil seeds jelly nuggets

Jelly has been more of a fantasy than just another confectionery item.. Imagining a home-made jelly was definitely a challenge, though I gave it a shot. Syrupy and spongy, these little jelly nuggets are now falling in fancy dessert range!!


Refreshing Basil seeds jelly....with rose & khus flavours

Ingredients:
  • 8 gms agar agar strands
  • 250 ml water plus 3-4 tbsp hot water
  • Sugar to taste
  • 2-3 tbsp rose syrup
  • 2-3 tbsp khus syrup
  • 1 tbsp sweet basil seeds (cleaned and soaked in 1/2 cup of water for 15-20 min)

 Preparation time: 15- 20 minutes
Cooking time: 15-20 minutes plus 3-4 hours refrigeration
Yields: 30-32 small jellies
Kitchen equipments required: A saucepan, 3 small mixing bowls, mixing spoons, jello moulds or baking tray, Kitchen scissors

Directions:
  • Cut  agar agar strands into small pieces with the help of kitchen scissors, add into the saucepan and pour hot water over it and soak for 10- 15 minutes till the strands become soft.
  • Now put that pan on the flame and add the remaining water, and stir frequently till the strands dissolve completely, this will take around 15 minutes.
  • Add in sugar and stir well.
  • Now remove from flame and divide the liquid into two equal portions.
  • Add khus syrup and half of the soaked basil seeds in one portion and rose and basil seeds in the other, stir really well.
  • Next pour the liquid into the moulds and keep aside until it cools down completely then refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours till the jelly gets firm.
  • De mould and serve chilled. 


1 comment:

  1. Hi there,

    First of all, I'd like to say thanks for all the information on your blog! Very helpful indeed.


    Holy Organic Wellness Basil Seeds are commonly known as sabja. It is known for centuries and is used in deserts, sweets and faloodas. It has very tremendous health benefits.

    It has very tremendous health benefits. It helps to cool down the body & in weight loss.
    It is an excellent digestive.
    Also acts as a stress reliever and helps in skin health.

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