Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pounds seedless watermelon, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup tequila (optional, for adult version)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spiciness)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
2 hours (for freezing)
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a blender, combine the watermelon, lime juice, tequila (if using), sugar, cinnamon, cayenne pepper (if using), and cilantro until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a freezer-safe container.
- Freeze the mixture for at least 2 hours, or until solidified.
- When ready to serve, scoop the sorbet into glasses and enjoy.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 110
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 0g
Dish Characteristics:
- Refreshing and flavorful
- Sweet with a hint of spice
- Perfect for a summer dessert or light snack
User Comments:
- "This sorbet is absolutely delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tart."
- "I love that I can make this sorbet with ingredients I can easily find at the grocery store."
- "The tequila adds a nice kick to this sorbet, but you can easily omit it if you want a non-alcoholic option."
- "This sorbet is perfect for a hot summer day. It's so refreshing and cooling."
- "I love the addition of cilantro. It gives the sorbet a unique and flavorful twist."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use seedless watermelon for a smooth sorbet.
- If you don't have a freezer-safe container, you can freeze the sorbet in a metal bowl. Just be sure to cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap.
- For a more adult-friendly version, add 1/4 cup of tequila to the blender before freezing.
- If you don't have any fresh cilantro, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried cilantro.
