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Pinoy Gelatin

Pinoy Gelatin

Pinoy Gelatin is a beloved Filipino dessert that uses plant-based agar-agar to create a firm, wobbly texture. It's light, refreshing, and can be customized with various fruits, making it perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 125

Ingredients
  

  • 20 grams of agar-agar bars or 2 tablespoons of powder
  • 4 cups of fresh coconut water
  • 1 cup of organic cane sugar
  • 1 cup of full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 cups of diced mango, papaya, and pineapple
  • 1 knotted pandan leaf
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • A pinch of sea salt

Method
 

  1. Prepare the agar-agar by tearing it into small pieces and soaking it in coconut water for ten minutes or whisking the powder into cold liquid to prevent clumping.
  2. Infuse the flavors by heating the mixture with the pandan leaf until it simmers. Avoid boiling vigorously.
  3. Sweeten the mix by adding cane sugar and sea salt, stirring until dissolved.
  4. Add coconut milk and vanilla extract, stirring gently for two more minutes.
  5. Strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer into a clean pitcher to ensure a smooth texture.
  6. Assemble the fruit in your molds creatively.
  7. Pour the liquid over the fruit and let it sit at room temperature for twenty minutes before refrigerating.
  8. Allow at least four hours to set, preferably overnight for the best texture.

Notes

Ensure fruit pieces are dry before adding to molds to avoid liquid pockets. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.