How to Make Rhubarb Sorbet - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summertime calls for refreshing desserts that beat the heat, and what better way to cool down than with a tangy and sweet rhubarb sorbet. This vibrant and refreshing treat is a perfect way to use up an abundance of rhubarb from the garden or farmer's market, and it's incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a blender or food processor, you can whip up a batch of this homemade sorbet in no time.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound chopped fresh rhubarb
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest
  • ¼ teaspoon finely chopped fresh ginger
  • 1 pinch salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 9 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 2 pints

  • Combine rhubarb, water, sugar, lemon zest, ginger, and a heavy pinch of salt in an uncovered, medium, heavy-based saucepan; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until rhubarb begins to disintegrate, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool to room temperature, at least 30 minutes.
  • Pour cooled liquid into a blender and process until thoroughly pureed. Transfer to a container, cover, and place in the refrigerator to chill, at least 4 hours. Then transfer the chilled mixture to the freezer for 30 minutes.
  • Pour mixture into the blender and blend until color is consistent throughout, about 1 minute.
  • Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions for sorbet, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm, about 4 hours.
  • Nutrition

    109 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 24mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 26g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 52mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 166mg