Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup miracle fruit puree
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Special Equipment Needed:
- Ice cream maker
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves.
2. Remove from heat and stir in miracle fruit puree, lemon juice, and salt.
3. Allow mixture to cool to room temperature.
4. Pour mixture into ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions.
5. 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:
- Room temperature for cooling mixture
- Follow ice cream maker instructions for churning
Serving size:
- Makes about 4 cups of sorbet
- Serves 8 (1/2 cup per serving)
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 15mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 31g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 30g
- Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Miracle fruit puree can be substituted with other fruit purees
- Lemon juice can be substituted with lime or orange juice
Variations:
- Add chopped fresh fruit to the sorbet mixture before churning
- Use the sorbet as a base for a fruit cocktail or smoothie bowl
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the mixture is completely cooled before churning to prevent ice crystals from forming
- For a smoother sorbet, strain the mixture before churning
- To intensify the flavor, add a few drops of miracle fruit extract to the mixture
Storage Instructions:
- Store sorbet in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 week
Reheating Instructions:
- Sorbet does not need to be reheated
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve in a chilled bowl or glass
- Garnish with fresh fruit or mint leaves
Garnishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Mint leaves
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of sparkling water or champagne
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Cheese platter
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the sorbet is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving
- If the sorbet is too soft, freeze for an additional hour before serving
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are fresh and properly stored
- Wash hands and utensils before handling food
Food History:
- Miracle fruit is a berry native to West Africa that contains a protein called miraculin, which makes sour and bitter foods taste sweet
Flavor Profiles:
- Sweet and tangy with a hint of citrus
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a refreshing dessert or palate cleanser
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Taste: Refreshing, Tangy, Fruity, Sweet, Tart