Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cans of Bintang beer
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of lime juice
- 1/4 cup of water
Special equipment needed:
- Popsicle molds
- Popsicle sticks
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar, lime juice, and water. Heat over medium heat until sugar is dissolved.
2. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. Open the cans of Bintang beer and pour into a large bowl.
4. Add the cooled sugar mixture to the beer and stir until combined.
5. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and insert popsicle sticks.
6. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until completely frozen.
7. To remove popsicles from molds, run under warm water for a few seconds.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Freezing time: 4 hours
Temperature:
Freezer temperature: 0°F (-18°C)
Serving size:
Makes 6 popsicles
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 130
Total fat: 0g
Saturated fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 10mg
Total carbohydrates: 22g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Sugars: 21g
Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Lime juice can be substituted with lemon juice or orange juice.
- Sugar can be substituted with honey or agave nectar.
Variations:
- Add sliced fruit such as strawberries or peaches to the popsicle molds before pouring in the beer mixture.
- Use a different type of beer for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- To prevent popsicle sticks from falling over, cover the top of the mold with foil and poke the sticks through the foil.
- For a stronger beer flavor, reduce the lime juice and sugar mixture to 1/8 cup each.
Storage instructions:
Store popsicles in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
Not applicable.
Presentation ideas:
Serve popsicles in a clear glass with a lime wedge on the rim.
Garnishes:
- Lime wedges
- Salt for rimming the glass
Pairings:
- Grilled meats
- Mexican cuisine
Suggested side dishes:
- Chips and salsa
- Guacamole
Troubleshooting advice:
- If popsicles are difficult to remove from molds, run under warm water for a few seconds.
- If popsicles are too icy, reduce the amount of water in the recipe.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use clean popsicle molds and popsicle sticks.
- Store popsicles in the freezer at 0°F (-18°C) or below.
Food history:
Popsicles were invented in 1905 by an 11-year-old boy named Frank Epperson who accidentally left a mixture of soda and water outside overnight with a stirring stick in it. The mixture froze and the popsicle was born.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, tangy, and refreshing.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or a refreshing treat on a hot day.
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Region: Indonesian
Taste: Refreshing, Fruity, Sweet, Hoppy, Malty