Drink

Traditional Melon Sorbet

Name: Traditional Melon Sorbet
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup melon seeds; 4 cups cold water; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 pinch salt; 1 cup ice

Duration

25 min

Servings

For 4 People

Difficulty

medium

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Ingredients

Servings:

1 cup melon seeds
4 cups cold water
2 tablespoons honey
1 pinch salt
1 cup ice

Step-by-Step Preparation

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Wash the melon seeds thoroughly in plenty of water to completely remove the fruit fibers from them and drain. Then, spread the seeds on a clean kitchen towel to dry and remove moisture.

Place the dried melon seeds into a wide pan. Without adding any oil, roast them over medium heat for approximately 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly until the seeds turn slightly in color and release a nutty aroma, then remove from the heat and let them cool down.

Transfer the cooled melon seeds into a powerful blender or food processor. Add 1 cup of cold water and blend on high speed for approximately 2-3 minutes until the seeds are completely broken down and reach a white, milky consistency.

Place a clean cheesecloth over a deep bowl. Pour the thick seed mixture from the blender into the cheesecloth and squeeze it thoroughly by folding it from the top to let all the essence and milk drip into the bowl.

To the obtained milky liquid, add the remaining 3 cups of cold water, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 1 pinch of salt to highlight the flavor balance. Mix with a whisk until the honey is completely dissolved and a homogeneous mixture is formed.

Cool the prepared drink thoroughly in the refrigerator for at least 30-40 minutes. During service, serve your refreshing drink cold by adding plenty of ice cubes to the glasses.

Chef's Tips

Be careful not to burn the melon seeds while roasting; it is enough to achieve a slight color change and a nutty aroma.
The harder you squeeze the cheesecloth during the straining process, the more concentrated the healthy oils and flavor aromas from the seeds will pass into the drink.

Alternative & Optional Ingredients

You can choose powdered sugar or molasses instead of honey, depending on your taste.
If you want to consume the drink with a lighter consistency, you can increase the amount of water to 5 cups.

Gourmet Recommendations

You can make your presentation aesthetic by attaching a thin slice of melon to the rim of the serving glass.
You can add a touch of citrus freshness by sprinkling a very small amount of grated lime zest over your drink while serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving

Calories165 kcal

Protein8 g

Carbohydrates13 g

Fat12 g

Fiber 3 g

Sugar 9 g

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Drink

Traditional Melon Sorbet

Duration

25 min

Servings

For 4 People

Difficulty

medium

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