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Anmitsu

Cultural Context

Anmitsu is a traditional Japanese dessert that dates back to the Meiji era. It combines agar jelly, sweet red bean paste, and seasonal fruits, symbolizing the beauty of nature in Japanese culture. Today, it remains a popular treat in Japan and has inspired variations worldwide, often enjoyed during summer festivals.

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4 servings
Servings4
1 cup water
3/4 tsp agar agar powder
1 Tbsp sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
4 Tbsp Anko sweet red bean paste (homemade or store-bought)
canned fruits such as mandarin oranges, pineapples, and cherries
1

For Cubed Jellies; put all the ingredients for the jellies in a pot. Stir and cook over medium-low heat constantly until just before boiling. Pour the hot liquid in a mold (5" x 5"), and chill it in the fridge for 1 hour.

2

For Syrup; combine water and sugar in a small pot, cook over medium heat, and let boil for a couple of minutes. Chill in the refrigerator.

3

Once jelly is set, cut into 1" cubes.

4

Put cubed jellies and fruits in individual serving bowls. Top with a small scoop of sweet red bean paste, and pour some syrup over them.

Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

glutenmilk
Local Name: あんみつ

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