Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup Lemon & Paeroa soda
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Special Equipment Needed:
- Ice cream maker
- Fine mesh strainer
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine Lemon & Paeroa soda, water, and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves.
2. Remove from heat and stir in fresh lemon juice and lemon zest.
3. Pour mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl.
4. Chill mixture in the refrigerator until completely cool.
5. Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions.
6. Transfer sorbet to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm, at least 2 hours.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
- Chilling time: 1 hour
- Freezing time: 2 hours
Temperature:
- Refrigerator: 40°F (4°C)
- Freezer: 0°F (-18°C)
Serving size:
- Makes about 4 cups of sorbet
- Serving size: 1/2 cup
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 140
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 10mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 36g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 35g
- Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Lemon & Paeroa soda: Any lemon-lime soda can be used as a substitute.
- Sugar: Honey or agave nectar can be used as a substitute for sugar.
Variations:
- Lime & Paeroa Sorbet: Substitute fresh lime juice and lime zest for the lemon juice and zest.
- Raspberry & Paeroa Sorbet: Add 1 cup of fresh raspberries to the mixture before churning in the ice cream maker.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the mixture is completely cool before churning in the ice cream maker.
- To make the sorbet smoother, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer before churning.
- For a stronger Lemon & Paeroa flavor, reduce the water to 1/2 cup and increase the soda to 1 1/2 cups.
Storage Instructions:
- Store sorbet in a freezer-safe container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
Reheating Instructions:
- Sorbet does not need to be reheated.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve sorbet in a chilled glass or bowl.
- Garnish with fresh lemon or lime slices.
Pairings:
- Lemon & Paeroa sorbet pairs well with fresh fruit or a light dessert.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Lemon & Paeroa sorbet can be served as a palate cleanser between courses.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the sorbet is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
- If the sorbet is too soft, freeze for an additional hour.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are fresh and properly stored.
- Wash hands and surfaces thoroughly before preparing the sorbet.
Food History:
- Lemon & Paeroa is a New Zealand soft drink that was first produced in 1907.
Flavor Profiles:
- Lemon & Paeroa sorbet has a sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of lemon-lime.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve sorbet as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.
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Region: New Zealand
Taste: Tart, Refreshing, Citrusy, Sweet