The perfect amuse bouche or intermezzo made with fresh limes
Author:Tim
Ingredients
Scale
1–3/4 cups + 2TBL of water
1–1/2 cup granulated sugar
1–1/2 cups freshly squeezed lime juice
Zest from 2 limes
Instructions
Use asaucepot and bring the water, sugar and lime juice to a low simmer
Stir while heating until the sugar is dissolved
Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes to make sure all the sugar is dissilved into solution
Remove it from heat and let it cool to room temperature
Stir in the lime zest, cover and chill the mixture in the refrigerator until cold
Freeze in an ice cream maker per the manufacturers instructions
Store in a suitable air-tight container and finish freezing in the freezer. Covering the sorbet with plastic wrap will prevent ice crystals from forming on the surface if storing for a longer period of time
Remove from freezer and let it set for 5-10 minutes before serving