Step 1

Soak the agar agar in the milk or water for 2 hours.

Step 2

Once soaked, bring to a gentle simmer in a medium-size pot.

Step 3

Add the sugar and wait for everything to dissolve fully, stirring every few minutes. This should take around 5-10 minutes.

Step 4

Add the food coloring and rose water, if using, and mix well.

Step 5

Once mixed, pour into a Pyrex dish through a sieve to ensure that no lumps are left.

Step 6

At this point, mix in your nuts, if using. Alternatively, wait for a skin to form on top of the jelly, which should happen after 5-10 minutes, and sprinkle with your nut topping of choice.

Step 7

Leave to cool at room temperature, and then store in the fridge.

Step 8

Cut into squares or diamond shapes and dust with icing sugar (optional) before serving.