Home-made fresh mint jelly
Asian 5 Mins Prep · 5 Mins Cook
- Rinse a handful of mint leaves and stems then place them in a small saucepan.
- Crush with a potato masher or the bottom of a jar or glass. Boil the water and pour over the crushed mint; cover and allow to stand for 10 minutes.
- Strain the mint mixture and return it to the saucepan. Stir in the agar agar. Mix in sugar and place the pan over a high heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Squeeze the lemon and stir in 2 tbsp of lemon juice, then pour into a medium-sized bowl.
- Refrigerate until set, approx. 30 minutes.
- Place the set mint jelly into a blender and blitz until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl.
- Finely chop the remaining mint and stir into the jelly.
- Serve alongside roasted lamb.
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