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Fresh Homemade Watermelon Sorbet Recipe with Lime Zest and Tajin Salt

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A quick and refreshing watermelon sorbet with a zing of lime zest and a spicy kick from Tajin salt, perfect for cooling down on hot days.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups seedless watermelon cubes (about 600 grams / 21 oz)
  • Zest of 1 large lime
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 30 ml / 1 fl oz)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams / 3.5 tablespoons)
  • 1/2 cup water (120 ml / 4 fl oz)
  • 1 teaspoon Tajin seasoning, plus extra for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the simple syrup by combining 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
  2. Cut about 4 cups of seedless watermelon into cubes, removing rind and any seeds. Chill the cubes in the fridge for 30 minutes before blending for best results.
  3. Place the chilled watermelon cubes in a blender or food processor. Add the cooled simple syrup, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, and the zest of one lime. Blend until completely smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Optional: Pour the puree through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing gently with a spatula to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard any pulp left behind.
  5. Stir 1 teaspoon of Tajin seasoning into the watermelon mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired.
  6. Pour the mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe container. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm. For creamier results, stir every 30 minutes during the first 2 hours to break up ice crystals.
  7. Serve by scooping into bowls or cones. Sprinkle a little extra Tajin and a pinch of lime zest on top for added flavor. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

Stir the sorbet every 30 minutes during the first 2 hours of freezing to prevent ice crystals and keep it creamy. Use a sharp microplane to zest the lime, avoiding the bitter white pith. If sorbet is too hard after freezing, let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping. Tajin seasoning can be substituted with a mix of chili powder, lime zest, and sea salt if unavailable.

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Keywords: watermelon sorbet, homemade sorbet, lime zest, Tajin salt, refreshing dessert, summer treat, vegan sorbet, dairy-free dessert

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