Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of cooked azuki beans
- 1 cup of agar agar jelly cubes
- 1 cup of canned fruit cocktail
- 1 cup of mochi balls
- 2 cups of plain yogurt
- 1 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 1/4 cup of cornstarch
- 1/4 cup of cold water
Special equipment needed:
- Anmitsu bowl or any serving bowl
- Saucepan
- Whisk
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1/4 cup of honey. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
2. In a separate bowl, mix 1/4 cup of cornstarch and 1/4 cup of cold water until smooth. Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and whisk until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool.
3. In a serving bowl, place 1 cup of cooked azuki beans, 1 cup of agar agar jelly cubes, 1 cup of canned fruit cocktail, and 1 cup of mochi balls.
4. Pour the cooled syrup over the ingredients in the bowl.
5. Add 2 cups of plain yogurt on top of the syrup.
6. Serve chilled.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Serve chilled
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 75g
Protein: 10g
Sodium: 100mg
Sugar: 50g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of plain yogurt, you can use flavored yogurt.
- Instead of canned fruit cocktail, you can use fresh fruits.
Variations:
- You can add green tea ice cream on top of the yogurt.
- You can add matcha powder to the syrup for a green tea flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- You can make the syrup ahead of time and store it in the fridge.
- You can use any type of beans instead of azuki beans.
- You can use any type of jelly instead of agar agar jelly.
Storage instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Not applicable
Presentation ideas:
Serve in a traditional Anmitsu bowl or any serving bowl.
Garnishes:
You can garnish with fresh fruits or whipped cream.
Pairings:
Serve with green tea or any hot or cold beverage.
Suggested side dishes:
Not applicable
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the syrup is too thick, add more water.
- If the syrup is too thin, add more cornstarch.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to store the Yogurt Anmitsu in the fridge to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
Anmitsu is a traditional Japanese dessert that originated in the Meiji period. It is made with agar agar jelly, azuki beans, and fruits.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, tangy, and fruity.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or a snack.
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Region: Japanese