Friday, August 17, 2012

Osmanthus Blossoms Jelly/Guì Huā Gāo (桂花糕)

Ingredients:
1 package Konnyaku jelly powder (use regular gelatin or agar-agar)
1½ cups water
4-6 presoaked wolfberries (optional)
2 Tbsp. dried Osmanthus
Jelly molds
Method:
1. In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of water and sugar (if used) to a boil to dissolve the sugar. Remove from stove and add dried blossoms. Give it a good stir and cover saucepan to allow the blossoms to infuse for 10-15 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, dissolve the Konnyaku jelly powder completely with the rest of the water. Pour in the cooled infused liquid and stir well to mix.
3. Drop into each jelly mold a piece of wolfberries (if using) and fill molds with jelly mixture. Leave aside to cool, and then chill jellies in the refrigerator. To serve, simply unmold and serve.
Note: If using other jelly powder or gelatin, follow instructions on package. Adjust water and sugar to your taste.