Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 ugli fruits, peeled and segmented
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
Special equipment needed:
- Ice cream maker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. In a blender or food processor, puree the ugli fruit segments until smooth.
3. Add the cooled sugar syrup and lime juice to the blender and blend until well combined.
4. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions.
5. Transfer the sorbet to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
- Freezing time: 2 hours
Temperature:
- Freezer temperature: 0°F (-18°C)
Serving size:
- Makes about 4 cups of sorbet
- Serving size: 1/2 cup
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 120
- Total fat: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Total carbohydrates: 31g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 28g
- Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ugli fruit can be substituted with grapefruit or orange.
- Lime juice can be substituted with lemon juice.
Variations:
- Add a splash of rum or vodka to the mixture before churning for an adult version of the sorbet.
- Add chopped fresh mint or basil to the mixture before churning for a refreshing twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the sugar syrup is completely cooled before adding it to the blender to prevent the sorbet from melting too quickly in the ice cream maker.
- For a smoother sorbet, strain the pureed ugli fruit mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before adding the sugar syrup and lime juice.
Storage instructions:
- Store the sorbet in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- Sorbet does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sorbet in chilled bowls or glasses.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a slice of ugli fruit.
Pairings:
- Serve the sorbet as a palate cleanser between courses.
- Pair with a glass of sparkling wine or champagne for a festive dessert.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with fresh berries or sliced fruit.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sorbet is too hard after freezing, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before serving.
- If the sorbet is too soft after churning, freeze for an additional hour before serving.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to thoroughly wash the ugli fruit before peeling and segmenting.
- Store the sorbet in the freezer at 0°F (-18°C) or below to prevent bacterial growth.
Food history:
- Ugli fruit is a hybrid of grapefruit, orange, and tangerine that was first discovered in Jamaica in the early 20th century.
Flavor profiles:
- Ugli fruit has a sweet and tangy flavor with notes of grapefruit and orange.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the sorbet as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.
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Taste: Tangy, Refreshing, Citrusy, Sweet