Ingredients and Weight:
- Fresh or frozen sour cherries: 500 grams
- Simple syrup (1:1 ratio of water to sugar, heated until dissolved): 2 cups
- Fresh lemon juice: 1/4 cup
- Fresh lime juice: 1/4 cup
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
Preparation Time: 4 hours (includes freezing time)
Cooking Time: 30 minutes (for simple syrup) + processing time for sorbet (depending on ice cream maker)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Make simple syrup by mixing water and sugar and heating until sugar is completely dissolved. Let cool.
- Pitch sour cherries and remove the pits.
- Blend the cherries with simple syrup, lemon juice, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Once frozen, transfer the sorbet to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on the given ingredients)
- Calories: Approximately 250 calories per serving (assuming 8 servings in total)
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- A refreshing, cold dessert with a sour cherry flavor.
- Smooth and creamy texture with a slight tangy taste from the sour cherries.
- An ideal summer dessert for those who enjoy sorbet-like frozen desserts.
User Comments:
- "This sorbet was amazing! The sour cherries gave it a unique flavor that I've never had before."
- "I love how light and refreshing this dessert is, perfect for a hot summer day."
- "The sour cherry flavor was so tasty, and the preparation was quite easy too."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen sour cherries, ensuring they are pitted before blending.
- Simple syrup is the base for this recipe, so make sure to prepare it correctly by dissolving the sugar completely.
- For best results, follow the instructions for your ice cream maker regarding processing time and temperature.
- This sorbet is best served slightly chilled or at room temperature. Do not serve it too cold to avoid diluting its flavor.
