How to Make Vegan Jelly

Many people love vegan sticky rice cakes, and this article will guide you on how to make delicious and authentic vegan sticky rice cakes easily.

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During the Mid-Autumn Festival, instead of buying, many people choose to make vegetarian mooncakes at home. Among them, vegetarian sticky rice cakes are highly favored for their delicious aroma and non-greasy taste.

Here is a detailed guide on how to make vegetarian sticky rice cakes:

Ingredients

400g sugar

600ml water

1 lemon

600g sticky rice flour (You can use leftover sticky rice flour to coat the cakes)

1 tablespoon cooking oil

4 tablespoons pomelo essential oil

Tools for making the cakes

Mooncake molds, ingredients, and a few clean bowls and plates.

Instructions

Step 1: Making the sugar syrup

Boil the water and add in the sugar, stir until dissolved. Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat and skim off any impurities. Squeeze in the lemon juice, gently stir, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Step 2: Handling the sticky rice flour

Wait for the sugar syrup to cool completely. Mix the ingredients including cooking oil, pomelo essential oil, and sugar syrup together. Add in spoonfuls of sticky rice flour while stirring until the mixture absorbs all the liquid and becomes smooth and sticky.

Take a portion of the dough and knead it on a clean surface, coat it with more flour and knead it quickly again. Do not knead for too long, or the dough will become hard.

Let the dough rest for about 15 minutes.

Step 3: Shaping the sticky rice cakes

Divide the dough into equal portions, coat them with flour to prevent sticking.

For those who like filled mooncakes, such as mung bean, black sesame, taro, etc., you need to follow the ratio of 2 parts dough to 1 part filling for a delicious cake. Then place it into the mold and press to shape.

Above is the basic guide on how to make vegetarian sticky rice cakes. Give it a try, it’s very simple and has a high success rate.

Some tips when making the cakes

Each type of flour may have different absorption rates, so when making the dough, you should test a small amount first. Do not knead the dough for too long as it will become hard.

The general rule is 1 part flour to 2 parts sugar syrup. If you want your cakes to have a more appealing color, reduce the amount of sugar syrup and replace it with colored juice.

When making filled mooncakes, make sure to shape the dough into smooth and round balls to prevent the filling from leaking out. It is best to choose hand-pressed mooncake molds, which are easy to use and create beautiful cakes.

Unlike baked cakes, sticky rice cakes only need to be left at room temperature for 1 day before they can be enjoyed. At this time, the cakes will be soft, moderately sweet, and not overly sweet. Because they are homemade without preservatives, remember these two numbers: 4 days for consumption after making at room temperature, and 2 weeks when stored in the refrigerator.

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Frequently asked questions

Vegan jelly is typically made from a combination of plant-based ingredients such as fruit juice, agar-agar, and carrageenan. Fruit juice provides the flavor and sweetness, while agar-agar and carrageenan act as gelling agents to give the jelly its characteristic texture.

To make vegan jelly, you’ll need fruit juice (freshly squeezed or store-bought), agar-agar powder or flakes, and optionally, a sweetener of your choice. Combine the fruit juice and agar-agar in a saucepan, bringing it to a boil while stirring continuously. Let it simmer for a few minutes until the agar-agar is fully dissolved. Then, pour the mixture into molds and refrigerate until set. You can also add additional ingredients like fresh fruit pieces or flavor extracts for variety.

Absolutely! You can experiment with a variety of fruit juices to create different flavors of vegan jelly. Some popular options include orange juice, grape juice, pineapple juice, or even blended fruit purees. Just ensure that the juice you choose is 100% fruit juice without any added sugars or preservatives for the best results.

Agar-agar is a natural vegetable gelatin derived from seaweed, making it suitable for vegans and vegetarians. It has higher melting and gelling points compared to animal-based gelatin, resulting in a firmer texture. Gelatin, on the other hand, is typically made from animal collagen and has a softer, more delicate texture. Agar-agar is also a great option for those who follow a plant-based diet or have dietary restrictions.

The setting time for vegan jelly can vary depending on the type of juice used and the amount of agar-agar. Generally, it takes about 2-4 hours in the refrigerator for the jelly to fully set. However, you can also speed up the process by placing the molds in the freezer for about 30 minutes to an hour.

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