Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup bramble berries, mashed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup black sesame seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 egg yolks
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
- Fine-mesh strainer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, mashed bramble berries, black sesame seeds, and salt. Heat over medium heat until it begins to steam, stirring occasionally.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
4. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
5. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean bowl.
6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until completely chilled, at least 4 hours or overnight.
7. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 4 hours or overnight
Freezing time: 4 hours
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes about 1 quart of ice cream
Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Protein: 4g
Sodium: 110mg
Sugar: 18g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Bramble berries can be substituted with blackberries or raspberries.
- Black sesame seeds can be substituted with white sesame seeds or omitted altogether.
Variations:
- Add a tablespoon of matcha powder to the mixture for a green tea and bramble berry ice cream.
- Swirl in some homemade blackberry jam or raspberry jam for added texture and flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any lumps or seeds.
- Chilling the mixture overnight will result in a smoother and creamier ice cream.
- To prevent ice crystals from forming, cover the surface of the ice cream with plastic wrap before freezing.
Storage instructions:
Store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
Allow the ice cream to soften at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the ice cream in small bowls or cones and garnish with fresh bramble berries or black sesame seeds.
Garnishes:
Fresh bramble berries or black sesame seeds
Pairings:
Green tea or black sesame cookies
Suggested side dishes:
None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture curdles or separates, strain it through a fine-mesh strainer and whisk vigorously until smooth.
- If the ice cream is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the egg yolks and cream mixture to at least 160°F to kill any harmful bacteria.
- Store the ice cream at a temperature of 0°F or below to prevent bacterial growth.
Food history:
Ice cream was introduced to Japan in the late 19th century during the Meiji period. It quickly became popular among the Japanese, who developed their own unique flavors and styles of ice cream.
Flavor profiles:
The bramble berries add a sweet and tart flavor to the ice cream, while the black sesame seeds add a nutty and earthy flavor.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the ice cream as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.
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Region: Japanese