This lemon sorbet with basil and ginger is the perfect ending to any Mediterranean summer menu. The intense freshness of freshly squeezed lemon, the herbaceous aroma of basil and the mild spiciness of ginger create a surprising and very refreshing combination.
Mediterranean
Lemon sorbet with basil and ginger
Refreshing lemon sorbet with fresh basil and ginger. Dairy-free, vegan and vibrantly flavored. The most refreshing summer dessert.
- Spain
- Dessert
- Light
- Low fat
- easy
15 min
Tiempo de Preparación
6
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 130 kcal
- Protein 0 g
- Fiber 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates 34 g
- Fat 0 g
- Sodium 5 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Lemon sorbet with basil and ginger is a preparation from Spain with easy difficulty. Reserve for about 15 minutes in total (15 for mise en place and preparation, 0 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 300 ml of fresh lemon juice (6-8 lemons).
- Have ready: 200 g of sugar.
- Have ready: 200 ml of water.
- Have ready: 20 fresh basil leaves.
- Have ready: 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Prepare the syrup: boil water and sugar for 2 min; let it cool...
Prepare the syrup: boil water and sugar for 2 min; let cool completely. When it comes to a boil, adjust the heat to maintain a constant bubbling, not an uncontrolled boil.
When it comes to a boil, adjust the heat to maintain a constant bubbling, not an uncontrolled boil.
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Crush the basil leaves with 2 tablespoons of the cold syrup
Mash the basil leaves with 2 tablespoons of the cold syrup. Let it cool for the indicated time: the structure settles and cuts or unmolds better.
Let it cool for the indicated time: the structure settles and cuts or unmolds better.
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Mix the lemon juice
Mix the lemon juice, syrup, crushed basil, ginger and zest. Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
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Strain to remove ginger strands
Strain to remove ginger strands. Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
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Freeze in a flat container for 3 hours; take out and mash with a fork
Freeze in a flat container for 3 hours; Take out and mash with a fork. Repeat 2 times. Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
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Alternative: use refrigerator/sorber for 25 min
Alternative: use a refrigerator/sorber for 25 min. Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
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Serve in chilled glasses decorated with basil leaves.
Serve in chilled glasses decorated with basil leaves. Serve on a preheated plate or platter if the dish must maintain temperature.
Serve on a preheated plate or platter if the dish must maintain temperature.
Chef's tips
- Let cool completely before cutting or unmolding; the structure settles with rest.
- Serve in moderate portions and accompany with fresh salad for a balanced menu.
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