Fruit Jelly Recipe - Japanese Cooking 101

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: pectin

Agar-agar is plant-based and suitable for vegans.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: sweetener

Honey provides natural sweetness with a distinct flavor.

fruit juice

🥗Healthier: coconut water

💰Cheaper: tinned fruit juice

Coconut water is hydrating and lower in calories.

fresh fruit

🥗Healthier: dried fruit

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Dried fruit offers convenience and a longer shelf life.

In a small bowl, add gelatin and water, stir and set aside for at least 5 minutes.

Cut fruits into bite-sized pieces or leave them whole if preferred.

In a pot, add water, sugar, and lemon juice, stir and heat until very warm, making sure the sugar has dissolved.

Turn off the heat and add the softened gelatin, stir until the gelatin has completely dissolved.

Place the fruits in glass cups, mixing and matching different fruits if desired.

Pour the gelatin mixture over the fruits in the cups.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.

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