Ms. Lê Thị Ánh Trinh
Aloe vera jelly is a popular dessert in many households thanks to its light sweetness, refreshing taste, and pleasantly crunchy texture. With simple ingredients and an uncomplicated method, you can easily prepare this delicious aloe vera jelly at home. In this article, GC Food will guide you on ingredient selection and the easiest cooking steps.
1. Ingredients for making aloe vera jelly
Below is the list of ingredients to prepare aloe vera jelly for about three to four servings:
Fresh aloe vera leaves: five to six small stalks
Crispy jelly powder: 25 grams (one packet)
Fresh coconut water: one coconut, about 300 to 400 milliliters
Filtered water: one to 1.2 liters
Rock sugar: 400 to 500 grams, adjusted to taste
Sweetened condensed milk: half a can, about 180 to 190 grams
Salt: a small pinch
When choosing aloe vera, you should prioritize medium-sized leaves with a fresh green color and natural white spots. When buying aloe vera at the market, you may ask the vendor to cut a small section of the leaf. If clear sap flows out, it clearly indicates that the aloe vera is fresh and suitable for use. At the same time, avoid leaves that are too large or have a purplish-green tint, as these usually contain fewer nutrients.
If you do not have time to prepare fresh aloe vera, you can use pre-cut aloe vera cubes from G.C Food Joint Stock Company. GC Food aloe vera has been thoroughly cleaned to remove sap and neatly diced, saving you significant time in the kitchen.
2. How to cook delicious aloe vera jelly at home
The process of making aloe vera jelly is not complicated. However, you should pay attention to a few small details to ensure that the jelly does not separate or become lumpy during cooking.
2.1 Step 1: Properly preparing aloe vera
First, rinse the aloe vera leaves thoroughly to remove any dirt. Then trim off the two spiny edges and peel away the outer green skin. Cut the clear flesh into bite-sized cubes.
Next, soak the aloe vera in diluted salt water, optionally adding the juice of half a lemon, for about ten minutes. Rinse several times with clean water until the slimy layer is completely removed.
Quickly blanch the aloe vera in boiling water, then drain well. This step helps the aloe vera jelly become crisp without developing any bitter taste.
If you are using ready-to-eat aloe vera from GC Food, simply drain it in a colander, and it is ready for immediate use.
2.2 Step 2: Cooking the jelly mixture
Add fresh coconut water, filtered water, crispy jelly powder, and rock sugar to a pot. While the mixture is still cold, stir well so that the jelly powder dissolves completely and does not form lumps during heating.
Place the pot on the stove and cook over medium heat, stirring gently and continuously for about ten to fifteen minutes. When the mixture begins to simmer, with small bubbles forming and the liquid becoming clearer, reduce the heat to low.
Scoop about five to seven ladles of the hot jelly liquid into a bowl of sweetened condensed milk. Stir thoroughly to create a smooth milk jelly mixture without any grainy consistency.
2.3 Step 3: Adding aloe vera and layering the jelly
Add all the prepared aloe vera to the remaining jelly mixture in the pot and stir gently. Keep the heat very low to prevent the jelly from thickening too quickly.
Pour a layer of milk jelly into the mold and wait about three to five minutes until the surface starts to set. Then, pour a layer of aloe vera jelly on top. You may repeat these layers if you want the dessert to have alternating colors.
2.4 Step 4: Chilling and serving
Allow the jelly to cool completely at room temperature, then place it in the refrigerator for about one to two hours. Once the aloe vera jelly has fully set, remove it from the mold and cut it into bite-sized pieces or shape it according to your preference.
This dessert offers a pleasantly cool sensation with a light, delicate sweetness. The soft yet slightly chewy jelly combines with the crunchy aloe vera, preventing the dish from becoming overly rich.
This recipe is suggested by the GC Food team - A pioneering company in cultivating and processing aloe vera products, with the goal of building a chain of “happy food” from farm to table.
In addition to focusing on flavor and convenience, GC Food is committed to developing aloe vera products that meet sustainable standards. To learn more about the brand’s development journey, production philosophy, and core values, you can visit the GC Food introduction page.
In conclusion, without requiring advanced techniques, you can easily prepare a refreshing and flavorful aloe vera jelly to treat your whole family. By selecting fresh ingredients, following the steps correctly, and paying attention to a few simple tips, the final result will always be pleasantly chewy and refreshing.
This article was prepared by the GC Food Team - Specialists in natural ingredients.
