Edible Crystal (3 ingredients)

Ingredients

• 100 g Granulated Sugar (adjust sweetness to taste)
• 500 ml Water (filtered or tap water)
• 5 g Agar Powder (powdered agar, the gelling agent)
• 5 g Dried Tanga Seaweed (optional; rinse and boil instead of agar powder)
• a few drops Food Coloring (blue, green, or any color you like)

Instructions

1. Measure and Prepare Ingredients

   Measure 100 g sugar, 500 ml water, and 5 g agar powder (or 5 g dried Tanga seaweed). Rinse the seaweed under cold water if you are using it.

   Time: PT5M

2. Boil Seaweed (optional) or Dissolve Agar

   If using Tanga seaweed, place it in the pot with the 500 ml water, bring to a low boil and simmer 20‑30 minutes until the liquid thickens. If using agar powder, bring the water to a boil, sprinkle the agar powder in, and whisk continuously until fully dissolved (about 2‑3 minutes).

   Time: PT30M

   Temperature: Low boil

3. Add Sugar

   Stir in the 100 g sugar until completely dissolved.

   Time: PT2M

4. Add Food Coloring

   Add a few drops of food coloring (blue, green, etc.) and mix evenly.

   Time: PT1M

5. Transfer to Tray

   Pour the hot jelly mixture into a shallow tray or silicone mold, spreading it to an even thickness (about 1‑2 cm).

   Time: PT2M

6. Cool and Set

   Let the tray sit at room temperature for a few minutes, then place it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or overnight) until firm.

   Time: PT1H

7. Cut into Crystal Shapes

   Remove the set jelly from the fridge, turn it onto a cutting board and cut into desired crystal‑like shapes using a knife or cookie cutter.

   Time: PT5M

8. Serve or Store

   Serve the jelly immediately or keep refrigerated in an airtight container.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

70

Protein

0 g

Carbohydrates

16 g

Fat

0 g

Fiber

0 g