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Presentation

Dessert made with green tea, acacia honey, mint syrup, jelly, and mint

Ingredients

Serves 4

1.5 teaspoons green tea

2 tablespoons acacia honey

2 tablespoons mint syrup

12 g gelatin sheets

1 bunch of mint

Method

Soften 12 g of gelatin sheets in a bowl with cold water for 5 minutes.

In the meantime, heat 5 dl of water in a saucepan

Add 1 1/2 teaspoons of green tea and a pinch of mint leaves

Turn off and leave to infuse for 10 minutes.

Filter the tea obtained through a sieve

Mix it with 2 tablespoons of acacia honey and 2 tablespoons of mint syrup.

Heat 1/3 of the liquid

Add the gelatine, drained and squeezed, and mix well.

Add the rest of the liquid,

Pour everything into 4 small glasses.

When the mint tea jelly begins to set, place a well-washed and dried sprig of mint in each glass.

Finally, let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Allergens

Isinglass or gelatine is now derived from bovine and porcine collagen and is therefore not an allergen.

Mint: possible cross-reactivity in case of spice allergy

Honey: possible reaction in case of pollen allergy

Tea: possible intolerance to caffeine and theine

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Gelatin: Collagen promotes healthy bones, joints, skin and mucous membranes, and immune system function.

Mint: source of numerous antioxidants and potassium favorable to cardiovascular and liver function.

Honey: it has a composition that performs anti-anaemic and cardiotropic, detoxifying and protective action on the liver, diuretic.

Tea: (consumed in moderation) contains polyphenols, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory substances that can regulate lipid and glucose metabolism, contain cholesterol values, protect the cardiovascular system. It has an antidepressant function because it stimulates brain neurotransmitters by temporarily improving concentration, decreasing sleepiness and giving more energy in general

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects suffering from:

• Anorexia-weight loss
• Mucositis (inflammation and lesions of the oral cavity)
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Dysphagia

Not recommended in case of:

• Diarrhea