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Summertime Sweets: Mango & Rose Water Sorbet!
August 8, 2015 / Stephanie Miskew / 16 Comments
Back to school sales, Halloween displays and the bittersweet conclusion of family beach vacations are all signs the end of Summer is near. And while I do love Fall, I inevitably dread bidding adieu to the delightful frozen, sweet treats that are a welcome antidote to the sweltering South Florida Summer days.
So in an effort to savor the remainder of the season, for the rest of August I’ll be whipping up some fabulous frozen cocktails and treats starting with this delightfully tasty, tropical dessert: Mango & Rose Water Sorbet!
While native to Southern Asia, mangoes have been cultivated in South Florida since the 1830’s. And Summer is prime mango season when this oh-so fragrant, delicious fruit, know as “the apple of the tropics,” can be found in great abundance.
These fruits are usually round or oblong shaped and come in a variety of colors ranging from greenish yellow to reddish orange (see photo above). When ripe, mangoes have gloriously orange flesh which is home to a flat, oblong pit that runs the length of the fruit and is notoriously difficult to remove. But it’s well worth every bit of effort! Friends, there’s nothing like a juicy, perfectly ripe mango right off the tree. So much so, that many Floridians with mango trees can attest to poaching this time of year.
Thankfully, we have wonderful neighbors whose generosity has been the source of inspiration for many delicious, mango-inspired dishes, both savory and sweet. Because while mangoes are generally sweet, different cultivars can have somewhat different flavor profiles. Some are decadently sweet while others are more spicy and savory. Any mango you like the taste of, however, will work just fine in this recipe!
And if you’re ever the lucky recipient of some mangoes or have a tree with oodles of fruit – never fear! Mangoes freeze remarkably well, so consume as much as you can and then break the rest down into chunks and freeze them in two cup batches. They’ll keep nicely in the freezer for up to 6 months…if you can wait that long to eat them!
This recipe for Mango & Rose Water Sorbet combines the flavor of juicy, ripe mangoes with fragrant rose water and citrusy lime in a perfectly icy, dairy-free, Summer dessert. I must warn you, it’s so refreshing it’s extremely hard to stop eating! You can find rose water at some specialty grocery stores but I purchased the Cortas brand on Amazon with delicious results. A splash of dry white wine further enhances the deliciousness. Use whatever bottle you have in your fridge but I particularly like the crisp, citrusy Drouhin Vaudon Chablis.
The only piece of equipment you’ll need is a food processor but other than that, the preparation couldn’t be easier! The result is a delightfully icy, refreshing dessert with lovely floral-tinged aromas and flavors of tropical deliciousness. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do and if you have a favorite Summer sweet treat I’d love to hear about it in the comment section below.
Cheers,
"Mango & Rose Water Sorbet"Author: Adapted from Ingrid HoffmanRecipe type: DessertServes: 1 quartIngredients- 1 cup sugar
- ¾ cup water
- 2 cups frozen, ripe mango chunks
- 2 cups ice cubes
- ½ cup dry, white wine
- 1 teaspoon rose water
- Zest of 1 lime
- Fresh mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions- ) In a small saucepan combine sugar, water and lime zest over medium heat. Bring to a simmer while stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to low and continue to stir until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- ) Place the frozen mango chunks in the bowl of a food processor with the ice, wine, rose water and cooled lime syrup. Process for 3-4 minutes until the ice has broken down and sorbet thickens into a slushy consistency. Transfer food processor bowl to the freezer for about 1 hour, until sorbet firms up.
- ) When ready to serve, scoop sorbet into a decorative glass and garnish with mint sprig. Store sorbet in an airtight container and consume within 4-6 weeks.
3.5.3226August 8, 2015 / Stephanie Miskew / 16 Comments
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this looks amazing and fun facts
Thanks for stopping by, Rebecca!
I have to confess…the Halloween displays are way too early for me! We’re used to Christmas so early, but Halloween?
Anyway…love the sorbet…very summery. Have used rose water in a few things, but not sorbet…like the wine in there too. Great color with the mango. Love to finish a meal like this.
The combination of the mango and rose water is really addicting and so refreshing – enjoy, Barbara!
I’m dying here, I’m on a diet and can’t have anything sweet but this looks soooo tempting… Guess I’ll have to stick to my plain coconut water ice pops.
Next time you’re in the mood for a splurge give this recipe a try – it is delicious!
Same here, I can’t believe summer is almost gone, it went by so fast! I didn’t manage to squeeze in any getaway these past months since I was super busy but this fall we’ll be visiting Paris and I’m over the moon with excitement.
Ooh la la! Have fun in Paris:)
All your recipes make me get of my chair and go straight to the kitchen. I like that you post easy and at the same time super delicious recipes, I don’t like spending all my free time just to cook two meals.
Thanks so much, Samantha!
Don’t you even mention Halloween, I’m not ready for the freezing winter months, I want more tan and sun! I’m going to make the most of these days and soak as much sun as I can. Great recipe, as always!
Thanks and I couldn’t agree with you more! Gotta savor the Summer while we can:)
This looks amazing, except the alcohol component. What would you suggest as a replacement for the wine?
You could just leave the wine out if you want – it will still be delicious!
I adore mangos and currently have three ripening in my fruit bowl. This weekend promises to be hot and a bowl of this sorbet would be wonderful!
Hope you looooove it as much as we do, Deb! Can’t put it down:)