🇲🇾 Malaysia · Drinks
Soy Milk with Grass Jelly
By eatmundo · August 4, 2026
🇲🇾 MYA cooling and nutritious beverage pairing creamy homemade soy milk with herbal, chewy grass jelly cubes. It is a beloved thirst-quencher in local hawker centers.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Dice 50g of firm grass jelly into small, bite-sized cubes using a sharp knife.
- 2
Prepare 250ml of fresh soy milk, chilled well.
- 3
Place the grass jelly cubes into a tall serving glass.
- 4
Add 1 tablespoon of simple syrup over the jelly to give it a slight sweetness.
- 5
Pour the 250ml of soy milk over the grass jelly mixture.
- 6
Add 0.5 cup of ice cubes to ensure the drink is refreshingly cold.
- 7
Stir lightly before drinking so the jelly cubes are evenly distributed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use store-bought soy milk?+
Yes, but unsweetened homemade soy milk provides the best contrast with the grass jelly and syrup.
What is grass jelly?+
It is a mild, herbal jelly made from a plant called Mesona chinensis, common in Southeast Asian desserts.
Can I add brown sugar instead of syrup?+
Yes, palm sugar or brown sugar syrup adds a lovely smoky depth that pairs perfectly with the soy milk.
Is this drink healthy?+
It is generally considered healthy, provided you control the amount of sugar added to the soy milk.
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