With its unique noodle shape, the coconut jelly has been winning more and more fans lately. You will spot it in all kinds of dishes, from sweet desserts to light meals for a healthy diet. In this article, let’s take a quick look at how this jelly is made and how you can pair it with everyday recipes.
1. What is coconut jelly in noodle shape?
Coconut jelly in noodle shape is a fun twist on the usual Vietnamese coconut jelly. Instead of the common cubes, the jelly is made into long, thin strands that are chewy and bouncy, with a more eye-catching look for drinks and desserts. You can easily add this topping to sweet soups, yogurt, milk tea, or even fruit salad.
Besides the cool taste, coconut jelly also comes with plenty of health benefits. It helps your digestion work smoothly, helps lower bad cholesterol, and keeps your body refreshed. On top of that, it’s rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that are good for the brain, helping improve memory and boost focus.
2. How coconut jelly noodle shape is made at GC Food
To make the crunchy, chewy coconut jelly in noodle shape, the production process at GC Food always follows strict standards and rigorous quality checks. Fresh coconut water, after being collected, goes through pasteurization and is then mixed with a special bacterium called Acetobacter xylinum.
In a controlled environment with the right temperature and pH, this bacterium turns the sugar in coconut water into cellulose, slowly forming a thick jelly layer. After about 8–10 days, the jelly sheet is ready to be harvested, washed, and prepared for shaping.
The jelly is then soaked in water to become more uniform, clear, and firm before being processed in modern slicing and cutting machines. At this stage, it can be shaped into small cubes or cut into long, thin, uniform noodle shape. Afterward, the jelly is washed many times with clean water to balance its pH and remove any residue.
Finally, the jelly in noodle shape is cooked in a pressure pot to kill all bacteria. After this step, the product keeps its natural crunch while staying completely safe before being delivered to the market.
3. Nutritional value of Vietnamese coconut jelly in noodle shape
Coconut jelly noodle shape is low in calories, almost fat-free, but packed with fiber that’s good for digestion. It helps you feel full for longer without worrying about gaining weight.
When made with little or no sugar, this jelly is often added to clean-eating menus, healthy diets, or weight-loss meals. Thanks to its ability to mix well with both desserts and drinks, coconut jelly can make your food taste better while also supporting a healthy lifestyle.
4. Popular dishes with coconut jelly noodle shape
4.1 In desserts
Coconut jelly in noodle shape is a familiar topping in many sweet treats, such as mixed sweet soups, fruit pudding, or almond tofu, adding a refreshing, fun texture. When paired with yogurt and fresh fruits like mango, strawberry, or kiwi, the dish is more colorful with more variety in texture.
For example, soft tofu with coconut jelly, drizzled with ginger syrup or coconut milk, creates a balance of silky smoothness mixed with crunchy bites. Even classic ice cream flavors like vanilla, coconut, or pineapple become more exciting with a handful of coconut jelly in noodle shape.
4.2 In drinks
Coconut jelly noodle shape can easily take the place of tapioca pearls in milk tea, offering a lighter taste. Drinks like kumquat coconut water, mango smoothies, avocado shakes, or pineapple juice become more eye-catching and tasty with just a scoop of this jelly.
Beyond Asia, coconut jelly has also made its way into fruit juices in Europe and the U.S. This trend of adding coconut jelly to drinks brings a fresh experience that young people love.
4.3 In savory dishes
Though less common, coconut jelly in noodle shape can also be used in salads or vegetable mixes. Its crunchy texture makes the dish more interesting and brings a pleasant surprise to anyone trying it.
5. GC Food – Trusted quality in Vietnamese coconut jelly
GC Food is one of the leading brands in Vietnam for producing aloe vera and coconut jelly in noodle shape, supplying products for both the local market and many countries worldwide. With a philosophy of developing with clean agriculture and international-standard production, GC Food continues to strengthen its pioneering position in the coconut-based food industry.
The fresh and safe coconut jelly from GC Food is made from young coconuts grown in Bến Tre, known as the “coconut capital” of Vietnam. Using modern Pasteur sterilization technology, the jelly keeps its signature crunch, naturally refreshing taste, and original nutrients. Thanks to the perfect balance of chewy and crispy texture and light sweetness, coconut jelly in noodle shape brings a refreshing and enjoyable eating experience.
GC Food’s coconut jelly in noodle shape is processed under international standards, cut evenly into 03x04x80mm size. The product comes in two versions: sweetened for a gentle flavor, and unsweetened, ideal for diet-friendly menus or special recipes.
