This vibrant, refreshing mango sorbet captures the pure essence of tropical fruit using just ripe mangoes, sugar, and lime juice for a naturally dairy-free frozen treat.
Recipe Details
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe mangoes, peeled and cubed
- 150g caster sugar
- 60ml fresh lime juice
Instructions
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Place 4 large ripe mangoes in a food processor or high-speed blender. Process until completely smooth and pureed.
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Add 150g caster sugar and 60ml fresh lime juice to the mango puree. Blend until sugar is completely dissolved and mixture is smooth.
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Taste and adjust sweetness or lime juice as needed - the mixture should be slightly sweeter than desired as freezing dulls sweetness.
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Pour mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe dish and place in freezer.
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Every 45 minutes for the first 3 hours, remove from freezer and vigorously stir with a fork to break up ice crystals.
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After 3 hours of stirring, let freeze completely for at least 2 more hours until solid.
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Before serving, let sorbet sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping.
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Serve in chilled bowls, optionally garnished with fresh mint leaves or lime zest.
Tips
Mango Ripeness: Use very ripe, fragrant mangoes for the best flavor and natural sweetness. They should yield to gentle pressure.
Sugar Dissolution: Make sure sugar is completely dissolved to prevent grittiness in the final sorbet.
Lime Balance: The lime juice brightens the mango flavor and prevents the sorbet from being too sweet.
Stirring Technique: Vigorous stirring every 45 minutes prevents large ice crystals from forming, creating smoother texture.
Ice Cream Maker: If you have an ice cream maker, churn according to manufacturer's instructions for even smoother results.
Storage: Store covered in freezer for up to 1 month. Let soften slightly before scooping if very hard.
Serving Ideas: Beautiful served in chilled glass bowls or as a palate cleanser between courses.