Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of agar-agar powder
- 1 can of fruit cocktail (15 oz)
- 1 can of mandarin oranges (15 oz)
- 1/2 cup of cooked red beans
- 1/4 cup of mochi (Japanese rice cake)
- 1/4 cup of sweetened condensed milk
Special Equipment Needed:
- Small saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Serving bowls
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine water, sugar, and agar-agar powder. Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar and agar-agar powder are dissolved.
2. Pour the mixture into a mixing bowl and let it cool for 5 minutes.
3. Drain the fruit cocktail and mandarin oranges. Add them to the mixing bowl with the cooled agar-agar mixture.
4. Add the cooked red beans to the mixing bowl and stir until everything is well combined.
5. Cut the mochi into small pieces and add them to the mixing bowl.
6. Pour the mixture into serving bowls and let them cool in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
7. Drizzle sweetened condensed milk over the top of each serving bowl before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
- Cooling time: 1 hour
Temperature:
- Room temperature for mixing
- Refrigerator temperature for cooling
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 240
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 45g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Agar-agar powder can be substituted with gelatin powder.
- Fruit cocktail and mandarin oranges can be substituted with any canned fruits.
- Cooked red beans can be substituted with canned red beans.
- Mochi can be substituted with any Japanese rice cake.
Variations:
- Instead of using canned fruits, fresh fruits can be used.
- Instead of using sweetened condensed milk, whipped cream can be used.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to let the agar-agar mixture cool before adding the fruits and other ingredients.
- Cut the mochi into small pieces to make it easier to eat.
- Serve the Fruit Anmitsu in a clear glass bowl to show off the colorful fruits and ingredients.
Storage Instructions:
- Store any leftover Fruit Anmitsu in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating Instructions:
- Fruit Anmitsu is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the Fruit Anmitsu in a clear glass bowl to show off the colorful fruits and ingredients.
- Top each serving with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Garnishes:
- Fresh mint leaves
- Shaved coconut
Pairings:
- Green tea
- Sake
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Miso soup
- Edamame
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the agar-agar mixture does not set properly, try adding more agar-agar powder and boiling the mixture for a few more minutes.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to properly store any leftover Fruit Anmitsu in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food History:
- Anmitsu is a traditional Japanese dessert that originated in the Edo period (1603-1868).
Flavor Profiles:
- Sweet and fruity with a chewy texture from the mochi and red beans.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the Fruit Anmitsu as a refreshing dessert after a Japanese meal.
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Region: Japanese