Orange Coconut Layered Jelly

Name: Orange Coconut Layered Jelly
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 5 cm ginger root (finely chopped); 5-7 cardamom pods; 1 sprig of thyme; Zest of 1 lemon; 800 ml water (divided); 2 teaspoons honey (divided); 6 teaspoons gelatin; 400 ml warm coconut milk; Zest of 1/2 orange; 600 ml fresh squeezed orange juice; 1 cinnamon stick; 3 star anise; A pinch of turmeric (optional); 1 tablespoon black tea leaves; 9-10 cardamom pods (for blending); Some orange peel (for blending); 1 apple (cut into pieces); 1 teaspoon honey (for blending)

Orange Coconut Layered Jelly is a refreshing dessert combining zesty orange and creamy coconut layers for a tropical treat. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light, elegant dessert option.

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Nov 21, 2024 - 06:16

Prep Time 20 min

Cook Time 10 min

Serving 8

Difficulty Intermediate

The Orange Coconut Layered Jelly is a delightful, multi-layered dessert that beautifully combines the tropical richness of coconut with the refreshing zest of orange. Each layer alternates between creamy coconut milk and vibrant orange jelly, creating a visually striking contrast that’s as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate. The dessert is lightly spiced with hints of ginger, cardamom, and cinnamon, adding warmth and complexity to every bite. Perfectly set and chilled, this jelly treat offers a smooth and refreshing texture that melts in your mouth, making it an ideal choice for special occasions or as a refreshing summer dessert.

Ingredients

5 cm ginger root (finely chopped)
5-7 cardamom pods
1 sprig of thyme
Zest of 1 lemon
800 ml water (divided)
2 teaspoons honey (divided)
6 teaspoons gelatin
400 ml warm coconut milk
Zest of 1/2 orange
600 ml fresh squeezed orange juice
1 cinnamon stick
3 star anise
A pinch of turmeric (optional)
1 tablespoon black tea leaves
9-10 cardamom pods (for blending)
Some orange peel (for blending)
1 apple (cut into pieces)
1 teaspoon honey (for blending)

Nutritional Information

Calories: 120

Protein: 2g

Fat: 4g

Saturated Fat: 3.5g

Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g

Trans Fat: 0g

Carbohydrate: 19g

Fiber: 1g

Sugars: 15g

Sodium: 20mg

Cholesterol: 0mg

Directions

In a pan, bring 300 ml of water to a boil with the chopped ginger root, 5-7 cardamom pods, thyme sprig, and lemon zest. Boil for 1-2 minutes. Pour the boiling water into a bowl, add 1 teaspoon of honey, and stir to dissolve.
In another bowl, combine 6 teaspoons of gelatin with 200 ml of cold water, mixing well until the gelatin dissolves. Add the hot water mixture to this, stirring to combine.
Add 400 ml of warm coconut milk to the gelatin mixture and stir well. Pour this mixture into a bowl or mold and refrigerate to set.
In a separate pan, heat 300 ml of water with 1 cinnamon stick, 3 star anise, and a pinch of turmeric until it boils. Strain the mixture and keep it in a bowl. Pour in the fresh squeezed orange juice and stir. Let this cool down to room temperature, then refrigerate it.
In a blender, combine 1 tablespoon of black tea, 9-10 cardamom pods, 5 cm of finely chopped ginger root, some orange peel, and 1 apple (cut into pieces). Add 1 teaspoon of honey and blend everything until smooth. Add hot water to reach your desired consistency and blend again.