Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 can of full-fat coconut milk (13.5 oz)
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons of matcha green tea powder
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the coconut milk, heavy cream, sugar, matcha powder, vanilla extract, and salt.
2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
3. Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
4. Once the mixture has cooled, transfer it to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
- Freezing time: 4 hours
Temperature:
- Heat the mixture over medium heat
Serving size:
- Makes about 1 quart of ice cream
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use light coconut milk instead of full-fat coconut milk, but the ice cream will be less creamy.
- You can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, but the ice cream will be less rich.
Variations:
- You can add shredded coconut to the ice cream mixture for extra texture.
- You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the ice cream mixture for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the ice cream mixture is completely cool before churning it in the ice cream maker.
- If the ice cream is too hard after freezing, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
Storage instructions:
- Store the ice cream in a freezer-safe container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the ice cream in a bowl or cone.
- Top the ice cream with whipped cream, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts.
Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Shredded coconut
- Chopped nuts
- Chocolate chips
Pairings:
- Green tea
- Fresh fruit
Suggested side dishes:
- None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ice cream is too soft after churning, freeze it for a few more hours before serving.
- If the ice cream is too hard after freezing, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use pasteurized eggs if you are adding them to the ice cream mixture.
Food history:
- Green tea ice cream originated in Japan and is a popular dessert in Japanese cuisine.
Flavor profiles:
- Creamy, sweet, and slightly bitter from the matcha green tea powder.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the ice cream as a dessert after a Japanese-themed meal.
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Taste: Creamy, Coconutty, Sweet, Refreshing, Tea, Tea-Infused