Chin Chin grass jelly is a smooth and slippery Asian dessert ingredient made from Mesona chinensis extract. It is commonly stirred into drinks, sweet soups, or served with syrup and condensed milk for a refreshing texture. This versatile jelly is a popular choice for cooling desserts in warm climates.
Grass Jelly is a jelly-like substance with a smooth and slippery texture. It is commonly used in Asian desserts and beverages. The preparation involves boiling the leaves of the Chinese mesona plant and then cooling the liquid to form a jelly. Once formed, it can be cut into cubes or served in various forms. It is often enjoyed with sweet syrups, condensed milk, or mixed into drinks for added texture and flavour. Grass Jelly is known for its refreshing and cooling properties, making it a popular choice, especially in tropical regions, to combat heat and humidity. It is a versatile ingredient that adds a delightful element to a range of sweet treats and beverages.
Ingredients
Water, Mesona Chinensis Extract (40%) (Water, Mesona Chinensis, Raising Agent E500(i)), Corn Starch. May contain Milk and Tree Nuts.
Nutritional Information (per 100g)
| Energy | 17.0kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 0.0g |
| - of which saturates | 0.0g |
| Carbohydrate | 3.0g |
| - of which sugars | 3.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g |
| Salt | 0.2g |
