Description
Mediterranean summers come alive with luscious pomegranate sorbet, a cool crimson treat dancing with sweet-tart elegance. Refreshing seeds blended into silky smoothness promise pure Mediterranean bliss for dessert lovers seeking authentic flavor experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
Pomegranate Sorbet
Main Ingredients:
- 500 grams (2 cups plus 2 tablespoons) pomegranate juice
- 200 grams (¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon) water
Sweeteners:
- 150 grams (¾ cup) sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- Juice of ½ lemon or juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Craft a sweet foundation by merging granulated sugar and water in a medium saucepan, positioning over medium heat.
- Allow the liquid to simmer gently, monitoring until the temperature escalates to 220°F (104°C), or observe complete sugar dissolution followed by a robust one-minute boil.
- Select ripe pomegranates and meticulously extract seeds, discarding the white membrane and tough outer skin.
- Transfer pomegranate seeds into a robust food processor, blending at high intensity for 2-3 minutes until transforming into a vibrant, liquid puree.
- Position a fine mesh strainer over a clean bowl, carefully pouring the processed mixture to extract pure pomegranate juice, collecting approximately 500 grams of liquid.
- Combine the freshly strained pomegranate juice with the prepared sugar syrup, introducing a splash of bright lemon juice for balanced acidity.
- Migrate the combined mixture into a sealed container, refrigerating for 3-4 hours until thoroughly chilled and temperature drops significantly.
- Activate an ice cream maker and pour the cold pomegranate mixture, churning according to manufacturer’s precise instructions until achieving a smooth, sorbet-like consistency.
- Transfer the churned sorbet into a freezer-safe container, smoothing the surface, and freeze for an additional 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Precision matters when creating sugar syrup, ensuring it reaches the right temperature or boils for exactly one minute.
- Deseeding pomegranates requires patience; use a clean cutting board and gentle technique to extract maximum juice.
- Fresh pomegranate juice delivers the most vibrant flavor, so strain carefully to remove seeds and pulp completely.
- Chilling the mixture thoroughly before churning guarantees a smoother, more refined sorbet texture.
- An ice cream maker transforms the liquid into a silky, refreshing dessert with tiny, delicate ice crystals.
- Serve immediately after churning for the most intense and creamy pomegranate experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks, Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 159 kcal
- Sugar: 40 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg