The 3-Step Asian Dessert Your Menu Needs: Creamy Taro & Grass Jelly Bowls

Looking for a low-labor, high-yield dessert that capitalizes on the booming popularity of traditional Asian textures? This Red Bean Taro Grass Jelly Bowl is the perfect addition to a buffet dessert rail, boba shop grab-and-go cooler, or restaurant dessert menu.

This recipe combines the earthy sweetness of smooth taro, the refreshing, herbaceous gelatinous texture of premium grass jelly, and the classic chew of sweetened red beans. Finished with a rich, specially formulated cream base, it offers the complex mouthfeel that customers crave.

Best of all, the components are designed for bulk preparation. The jelly and milk base can be prepped ahead of time, allowing assembly in seconds during peak service hours.

Below is a commercial-scale Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) designed to yield approximately 60 single-serve portions.

Commercial Recipe SOP: Signature Red Bean Taro Grass Jelly Bowls

Yield: Approx. 60 servings (5.3 oz each) Prep Time: 20 Minutes (plus setting time)

Part 1: Bulk Aromatic Grass Jelly Base

Prepare this base ahead of time to allow it to set completely before service.

• Ingredients:
• • 2.2 lbs (1 bag) Commercial-Grade Grass Jelly Powder
  • 8 qts Hot Water
  • 1 lb Standard White Sugar
    
    
• Instructions:

1. 1. In a large commercial stockpot, bring 8 quarts of water to a rolling boil.
   2. Slowly whisk in the entire bag of Commercial-Grade Grass Jelly Powder and the sugar, ensuring no lumps remain.
   3. Maintain a boil for exactly 2 minutes while stirring constantly.
   4. Remove from heat and carefully pour the mixture into large, shallow hotel pans.
   5. Allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate until firmly set.
   6. Once set, slice the jelly into small, uniform cubes for service.

Part 2: "Special Milk" Cream Base

This custom blend ensures a richer mouthfeel than standard milk alone.

• Ingredients:
• • 1L Liquid Creamer
  • 3L Whole Milk
  • 0.6 lbs Fructose (or high-quality liquid cane sugar)
    
    
• Instructions:

1. 1. In a large pitcher or container, combine the Liquid Creamer, whole milk, and Fructose.
   2. Whisk vigorously until the sweeteners are completely dissolved and the mixture is homogenous.
   3. Store refrigerated.

Part 3: Assembly & Service Line

Correct Layering Order: Taro (Bottom) -> Jelly -> Red Bean -> Milk

• Per Serving Ingredients:
• • 1 tsp Smooth Taro Paste/Filling
  • Cubed Grass Jelly (from Part 1)
  • 1 tsp Sweetened Red Beans
  • Approx. 2-3 oz "Special Milk" Base (from Part 2)
    
    
• Instructions:

1. 1. Base Layer: In a clear 6oz - 8oz single-serve dessert cup or bowl, spread a layer of Smooth Taro Paste at the very bottom. This creates a colorful foundation.
   2. Texture Layer: Add a generous scoop of the cubed grass jelly on top of the taro paste.
   3. Topping: Place a spoonful of Sweetened Red Beans on top of the jelly cubes.
   4. Finish: Just before serving (or sealing for grab-and-go), pour the "Special Milk" base over the mixture until the liquid nearly covers the toppings. Serve immediately.