Fruity Chia Jelly
Submitted by AngieD on August 29, 2009 - 10:34pm
(2 votes)
Servings:
Makes 1 cupThis dish is very simple, very tasty and very filling!
I've had some chia seeds sitting in my pantry for a few months now and, after a little research, made some chia seed gel (1/3 cup chia seeds mixed with 2 cups of water or fresh fruit juice - or perhaps a nut milk).
Haha, it was very exciting to wait, and watch, those little seeds to soak up the water - a minimum of 10 minutes - and the gel can be stored in the refrigerator, in a sealed container (for up to 2 weeks if mixed with water). It reminded me of pearl tapioca which I haven't eaten since I was 7 years old!
Ingredients:
1/3 cup chia gel
6 strawberries
1 kiwi fruit
1 medjool date
Obviously, any variation of fruits may be used. These ingredients are what I laid my hands on first this morning! Can't wait to try it with papaya, banana, grapes, etc.
Preparation:
Finely chop fruit and add chia gel. Or you can throw it all into a blender for a pulse, or three, and spoon into a bowl. Mmmm, a sprinkle of nuts would be a good addition too.
5 reponses to "Fruity Chia Jelly"
1. I'm going to try it with
I'm going to try it with pineapple and cantaloupe for starters. I've had some chia sitting around for a couple of weeks now. Need to find a way to put it to good use. This looks like just what I need. Thank you.
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2. Thanks for your comments
Thanks for your comments Megan.
There are so few suggestions on this site re Chia. Perhaps you could enlighten us with your experience?!
3. yesterday morning my husband
yesterday morning my husband had chia seeds soaked in almond milk, and vanilla extract that had set int he fridge over night. very yummy.
4. i have chia seeds in my
i have chia seeds in my breakfast, lunch, dinner, and before exercising and during and after exercising every day
5. As the gel has a neutral
As the gel has a neutral flavour, I will be trying it in soups, etc, this week as a thickening agent and for texture.