SHARBAT (ORANGE ICE)
A wonderfully refreshing drink popular throughout the Middle East. This particular version of it is from Iran, and is from the Bay Books' publication: 'The Best of Lebanese and Middle Eastern Cooking'. It is impossible to provide "accurate" freezing times for this recipe, as it's really up to you - and also of course to the efficiency of your fridge - just how many times you repeat step 4. When I've made this, I've repeated this step three times, so that's what I've calculated into the "cooking time". For this recipe "cooking time" = freezing time. This is, therefore, obviously a prepare-ahead drink/dessert, and one which is ideally made when you are in the kitchen preparing other dishes. I'm posting it for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. Orange-blossom water can be purchased from Middle Eastern grocery stores. I'd recommend making this Sharbat with fresh oranges and lemons, and with natural spring water or filtered water. And to use more or less sugar, to satisfy your taste preferences.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 1h35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the orange and lemon juices.
- Place the sugar and water in a saucepan, bring to the boil, simmer for 5 minutes and then cool.
- Stir in the fruit juices and orange-blossom water, pour into freezer trays, cover with foil and freeze.
- As the ice freezes a little, beat it lightly with a fork to reduce the size of the ice crystals; and repeat this process at 30 minute intervals.
- Transfer the Sharbat from the freezer to the refrigerator 20 minutes before serving.
- Note: The Sharbat may be served in scooped-out orange shells or in glasses or in shallow bowls; and may be served with shredded lemon or orange peel, or both; or with thin slices of orange.
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Md Safikul Islam
[email protected]I've tried many orange sherbet recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing!
Sher alam Madaripur
[email protected]This sherbet is the perfect dessert for a hot summer day. It's light, refreshing, and delicious.
Wendy Marvin
[email protected]I made this sherbet for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
Matthew Escamilla
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The sherbet is creamy and smooth, with a perfect balance of orange and sweetness.
Tahir Ashfaq
[email protected]This sherbet is a great way to use up extra oranges. I also like to add a bit of lemon zest for extra flavor.
Donna Mcveigh
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for orange sherbet. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
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[email protected]I've made this sherbet several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Nancy Alday
[email protected]Love this recipe! So simple and refreshing.
Albert James
[email protected]This sherbet was easy to make and turned out great. I used blood oranges, which gave it a beautiful pink color.
Samata Dauda
[email protected]Amazing recipe! The orange sherbet was delicious and refreshing, perfect for a hot summer day. I love that it's made with fresh oranges and doesn't have any added sugar.