Edible Water Beads

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Grab a small pot. Mix the agar-agar powder with the cup of water. Stir so the powder dissolves.
Heat the pot over medium heat. Stir often. Bring it to a boil. Keep an eye on it.
If you want color or sweetness, add a splash of food coloring and a sprinkle of sugar. Stir until dissolved.
Turn off the heat. Let the mixture cool for a minute or two so it is not scalding.
Fill a bowl with cold water. Use a dropper or a small spoon to drop tiny amounts of the mixture into the cold water. Beads will form as they hit the water.
Let the beads sit in the cold water for about 5 minutes to set.
Gently strain the beads with a slotted spoon or fine sieve. Rinse them in cool water to remove any extra stickiness. They are ready to eat.

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