Green Tea Jelly With Lime And Ginger Lychees Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and add green tea bags. Let it steep for 5 minutes, then remove the tea bags.
• STEP 2.Add sugar and lime juice to the tea, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
• STEP 3.In a separate bowl, dissolve gelatin in cold water. Add the gelatin mixture to the tea mixture and stir well.
• STEP 4.Pour the mixture into individual serving glasses or molds and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
• STEP 5.In the meantime, prepare the lychees by peeling and removing the seeds. Cut them into small pieces and place them in a bowl.
• STEP 6.Add grated ginger and lime zest to the lychees, tossing gently to combine. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
• STEP 7.Once the jelly is set, top each serving with the marinated lychees and serve chilled.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to remove the tea bags after steeping to avoid bitterness.
• For a stronger ginger flavor, you can add a small amount of grated ginger to the jelly mixture as well.
• If you prefer a sweeter jelly, you can adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste.
• To easily remove the seeds from the lychees, gently squeeze them between your fingers.
• For an extra refreshing touch, you can garnish the jelly with fresh mint leaves before serving.

Storage and Serving

• Store the leftover jelly in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Serve the green tea jelly with lime and ginger lychees chilled as a light and refreshing dessert.
• You can also serve it as a palate cleanser between courses or as a sweet ending to a meal.