Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

Watermelon

cubed

0.5 cup

Simple Syrup

3 tbsp

Lemon Juice

1 unit

Egg White

whisked

1.25 cup

Sugar

1.25 cup

Water

Step 1
~6 min

Collect 4 cups of watermelon juice by placing a large colander in a large bowl.

Step 2
~6 min

Cut the watermelon in half and scoop out melon chunks into the colander.

Step 3
~6 min

Slash through the chunks or press gently to extract juice into the bowl.

Step 4
~6 min

Take the chunks from the colander and pulse in a food processor until nearly pureed in batches.

Step 5
~6 min

Pour the puree through a sieve and add to the watermelon juice in the bowl.

Step 6
~6 min

Measure out 4 cups of watermelon juice and reserve the remainder.

Step 7
~6 min

Add simple syrup and lemon/lime juice to the measured juice.

Step 8
~6 min

In a small bowl, whisk the egg white with about a half cup of the juice mixture until frothy.

Step 9
~6 min

Add the frothy egg white mixture back to the juice mixture.

Step 10
~6 min

Set aside 3/4 cup of the mixture and store in the refrigerator.

Step 11
~6 min

Pour the remaining mixture into a large flat pan (e.g., 9x13 pyrex baking pan) and place in the freezer until frozen solid.

Step 12
~6 min

Once frozen, let it sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature, then start gouging with a spoon.

Step 13
~6 min

Put chunks in a food processor or blender.

Step 14
~6 min

Take out the reserved 3/4 cup from the fridge and pour a small quantity over the chunks.

Step 15
~6 min

Pulse a few times. If the mix is too solid, let it sit a little longer and loosen with a spoon. Add more liquid mix as needed.

Step 16
~6 min

Process until the mix starts whirling and becomes smooth.

Step 17
~6 min

Immediately pour the pureed mixture into a container with a lid and allow to firm up in the freezer for about an hour or so.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smoother texture, process the sorbet in batches.

Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup.

Chill the bowl of the food processor before processing to prevent melting.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a palate cleanser between courses.

Enjoy as a light and refreshing dessert on a hot day.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled fish or chicken
Spicy Asian dishes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Watermelon is a popular summer treat in the US.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer barbecues
Picnics
4th of July celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Party
BBQ
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100