# Gelatinous Veggie Desserts The 'Indochine Kitchen' Corn & Coconut Agar Treat is Unusual By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-07-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indochine-kitchen-corn-coconut References: [indochinekitchen](http://www.indochinekitchen.com/recipes/corn-and-coconut-agar-20/) This interesting 'Indochine Kitchen' corn and coconut agar recipe combines an interesting combination of flavors. Although corn is considered a vegetable, it does have a sweetness to it that makes it a good pairing for desserts. Agar is [similar in consistency to gelatin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tayagel-modus), and in this recipe, a triangular mold is used to create its shape. This is a fairly simple recipe; the only ingredients needed include water, palm sugar, [fresh grated coconut](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-water-noodles), boiled corn kernels and agar-agar powder. This Indochine Kitchen corn and coconut recipe is ideal for those who have [minimal baking skills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggies-made-great1), as they can easily create a visually appealing treat that is sure to impress guests. The odd ingredient pairing is what makes this dessert so distinctive and tempting. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Unique Flavor Combinations:** Exploring unusual combinations of flavors in desserts can create a unique and enticing experience for consumers. - **Alternative Ingredients:** Using alternative ingredients like agar-agar powder instead of gelatin can cater to the needs of vegan and vegetarian consumers. - **Simplified Dessert Recipes:** Providing simple dessert recipes with minimal baking skills required can attract a wider audience looking for easy-to-make treats. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore innovative flavor combinations and alternative ingredients to create unique desserts. - **Vegan and Vegetarian:** The vegan and vegetarian industry can capitalize on agar-agar powder as a substitute for gelatin and create gelatinous desserts that cater to their target market. - **Home Baking:** The home baking industry can focus on providing simplified dessert recipes that require minimal skills, appealing to consumers who enjoy making treats at home. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Next-Gen Gelatin Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelee.md) - [Superfood Jelly Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jelly-desserts.md) - [Veggie-Infused Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggies-you-crave.md) - [Plant-Based Coconut Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-dessert.md) - [Dairy Alternative Dessert Ingredients](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novation-indulge-2940.md) - [Savory Veggie Croquettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croqcoulis.md) - [Jiggly Fruit Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiggly-fruit-snacks.md) - [Plant-Based Dessert Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-de-creme.md) - [Plant-Based Coconut Dessert Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-coconut-collab.md)