Strawberry Basil Sorbet
Strawberry basil sorbet is a unique and refreshing dessert that's built on the perfect pairing of sweet strawberries and aromatic basil. Strawberries are one of the most popular summer fruits, cultivated since ancient Roman times. Basil originated in India and became world-renowned in Italian cuisine. The first sorbets were enjoyed in ancient Rome when snow flavored with honey and fruit juice was chilled. In the modern version, the natural sweetness of strawberries and the spiciness of basil harmoniously complement each other, creating a light, icy dessert. Imagine a spoonful of strawberry basil sorbet melting in your mouth, refreshing and invigorating with every bite!
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 4
400
g
Fresh Strawberries
200
ml
Water
120
g
Granulated Sugar
2
tbsp
Fresh Lime Juice
6
Fresh Basil Leaves
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Preparation Steps
1
Wash and hull the strawberries. Puree them in a blender until completely smooth.
2
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and finely chopped basil leaves. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. This should take about 5 minutes.
3
Allow the sugar syrup to cool completely. Stir in the strawberry puree and lime juice.
4
Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and place in the freezer.
5
Every 30 minutes, scrape the sorbet with a fork to break up the ice crystals. Repeat this process 3-4 times until the sorbet is completely frozen.
6
Before serving, let the sorbet sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and strawberry slices.
