Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup fresh lemon aspen juice
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- Pinch of salt
Special Equipment Needed:
- Ice cream maker
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, lemon zest, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
2. Reduce heat and let simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
4. Stir in lemon aspen juice.
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 for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
- Freezing time: 2 hours
Temperature:
- Boiling point for sugar syrup: 100°C (212°F)
- Freezing temperature for sorbet: -18°C (0°F)
Serving size:
- Makes about 4 cups of sorbet
- Serving size: 1/2 cup
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 30g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Lemon aspen juice can be substituted with any other citrus juice, such as lemon, lime, or orange.
- Sugar can be substituted with honey or agave nectar for a healthier option.
Variations:
- Add a splash of vodka or limoncello for an adult version.
- Mix in fresh berries or chopped fruit for added texture and flavor.
Tips and Tricks:
- To extract juice from lemon aspen, cut the fruit in half and squeeze out the juice using a citrus juicer or by hand.
- For a smoother sorbet, strain the mixture before churning in the ice cream maker.
- To prevent ice crystals from forming, stir the sorbet every 30 minutes while freezing.
Storage Instructions:
- Store sorbet in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month.
Reheating Instructions:
- Sorbet does not need to be reheated. Simply let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve sorbet in a chilled glass or bowl.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves or a slice of lemon.
Pairings:
- Lemon aspen sorbet pairs well with fresh fruit, such as berries or sliced peaches.
- It also pairs well with a glass of sparkling wine or champagne.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Lemon aspen sorbet is best served as a dessert on its own.
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 it for an additional hour before serving.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all equipment before preparing the sorbet.
- Store sorbet in the freezer at or below -18°C (0°F) to prevent bacterial growth.
Food History:
- Lemon aspen is a native Australian fruit that has been used for centuries by Indigenous Australians for its medicinal properties.
Flavor Profiles:
- Lemon aspen has a tart and tangy flavor, similar to lemon or lime.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve lemon aspen sorbet as a refreshing dessert after a meal.
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Taste: Citrusy, Tart, Refreshing, Sweet, Tangy