Chewy Acorn Jelly (Dotorimuk)
Melt-in-Your-Mouth Acorn Jelly: A Pudding-Like Texture
Acorn jelly is not only great for dieting but also makes your table more abundant. With just acorn powder, you can create a jelly that’s either firm and bouncy or soft and smooth like pudding, all by adjusting the amount of water. Enjoy this delightful acorn jelly at home with our easy-to-follow recipe!
Acorn Jelly Ingredients
- 2 cups acorn powder
- 12 cups water
- 1/2 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Seasoning Sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/3 tbsp sugar
- 1/5 tbsp minced garlic (a pinch)
- A little chopped green onion
- A little toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/3 tbsp sugar
- 1/5 tbsp minced garlic (a pinch)
- A little chopped green onion
- A little toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a wide pot, pour 12 cups of cold water. Sift in 2 cups of acorn powder while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. (The general ratio is 1 cup acorn powder to 6 cups water). Add 1/2 tbsp of salt to season the mixture.
Step 2
Place the pot over high heat. It’s crucial to continuously stir in one direction with a wooden spoon or spatula, scraping the bottom of the pot to prevent sticking. Stir gently as it begins to thicken and heat up.
Step 3
As the mixture starts to thicken and bubble, which usually happens within 5 minutes, reduce the heat to medium or low. Continue stirring to prevent burning or sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Step 4
Once the acorn jelly mixture has reached your desired consistency and is cooked through, stir in 1 tbsp of sesame oil to add a nutty aroma. Then, immediately turn off the heat.
Step 5
Carefully pour the warm acorn jelly mixture into a clean stainless steel or glass container. Allow it to cool completely at room temperature for at least 4 hours. Do not cover it tightly while it’s cooling, or let it cool slowly at room temperature rather than in the refrigerator for a softer texture.
Step 6
Once the acorn jelly is fully set, cut it into bite-sized pieces (about 1 cm thick). Mix all the ingredients for the seasoning sauce together. Drizzle the sauce over the cut acorn jelly or serve it on the side. Enjoy your delicious homemade acorn jelly!
