Cha Ka Jellu Recipe
Make Cha Ka Jellu Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Jellu Base
Cha Flavors
Method
Prepare Jellu Base
- 1
Mix Agar-Agar
In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of agar-agar powder. Stir well and let it soak for 10 minutes.
- 2
- 3
Add Color
If using food coloring, add a drop at this stage and mix well until it's evenly distributed.
- 4
Set the Mixture
Pour the mixture into a mold or tray and let it cool at room temperature until it sets, which usually takes about 1-2 hours.
Prepare Cha
- 5
Boil Water
In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- 6
Steep Tea
Once boiling, add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves and crushed cardamom pods. Let it steep for 5 minutes.
- 7
- 8
Strain Cha
Remove from heat, strain the tea into cups, and discard the tea leaves and cardamom.
