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    2 Jul 9, 2013 Alcohol  |   Jump to Recipe

    Pineapple Tequila Sorbet

    Pineapple Tequila Sorbet

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    Summer is in full effect here in San Diego, and strangely, it’s been quite humid.  This humidity doesn’t really compare to the many hot, damp summers spent in New Jersey, but  now, I’ve completely lost my tolerance to extreme weather conditions.  Any slight deviations from perfection seem to throw off my daily rhythms.  After spending two nights tossing and turning, I installed my little window air conditioner, and made a batch of this Pineapple Tequila Sorbet.  Freshly blended pineapple is flavored with an Aleppo chile, lime, and citrusy tequila.  After a short while in the ice cream maker, this flavorful puree is transformed into scoopable sunshine.  The color really is quite remarkable.  Cool, fresh and bright, one taste of this sorbet will surely banish any warm weather discomfort.  Continue reading for the recipe.

    Pineapples
    Sliced Pineapple
    Pineapple Puree

    Pineapple Tequila Sorbet

    Pineapple Tequila Sorbet

    by Brandon Matzek
    Inspired by We All Scream.
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Servings 1 quart

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 pounds peeled, cored and cut pineapple (from about 1 1/2 pineapples)
    • 3 tablespoons water
    • 3/4 cup sugar
    • 1/3 cup light corn syrup (this will ensure a smooth consistency)
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons Aleppo chili powder, plus more for sprinkling*
    • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
    • 1/4 cup tequila
    • Juice of 1 lime

    Instructions
     

    • Place pineapple in a blender and process until smooth. Measure out 4 cups of pineapple puree and reserve the rest for another use (like your morning smoothie). Warm water, sugar, light corn syrup and Aleppo chili powder in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Return the 4 cups of pineapple puree to the blender, and add the Aleppo chili syrup and kosher salt, blending until well combined.
    • Transfer contents of the blender to a large bowl, and stir in tequila and lime juice. Season to taste with additional kosher salt. The flavors should be bright. Cover the bowl and chill the sorbet base for at least 3 to 4 hours, or until very cold.
    • Freeze sorbet in an ice-cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Transfer sorbet to an airtight container and chill in the freezer for two to three hours. To serve, scoop sorbet in small bowls and sprinkle with Aleppo chili powder.

    Notes

    *Mild and fruity, Aleppo chili powder adds wonderful flavor without much heat.
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    Categories: Alcohol Tags: aleppo chile, kosher salt, light corn syrup, lime, pineapple, sugar, tequila

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    Comments

    1. Angie says

      July 9, 2013 at 2:35 pm

      I’d love to have some of this sorbet right now, looks fantastic!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        July 23, 2013 at 10:29 am

        Haha, thanks Angie!!

        Reply
    2. Averie @ Averie Cooks says

      July 9, 2013 at 2:38 pm

      pineapple
      tequila
      chili powder
      LOVE this Brandon!

      I have some pineapple to use – not much though. I need to pick up some more and try this! Pinned!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        July 23, 2013 at 10:30 am

        Thanks Averie!! It’s a good combination. And you could totally just blend this into a frozen drink if you didn’t want to go the sorbet route.

        Reply
    3. Ash- foodfashionparty says

      July 10, 2013 at 10:28 pm

      I just saw your coconut popsicle from way back and was admiring at the beauty of the pic. This one is such a refreshing sorbet, a must try.

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        July 23, 2013 at 10:31 am

        Thanks so much Ash!!

        Reply
    4. Nusrat Azim says

      July 11, 2013 at 3:24 pm

      Such a drool-inducing, shiver-inducing idea !
      Super gorgeous photos made my day 🙂

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        July 23, 2013 at 10:32 am

        Awww thanks Nusrat!

        Reply
    5. DessertForTwo says

      July 13, 2013 at 8:44 am

      5 stars
      Wow, this sounds delicious! I’d love this on a hot summer day! (or any day for that matter, hah!)

      Thanks for linking to me 🙂

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        July 23, 2013 at 10:33 am

        You’re welcome!! Glad you like the sorbet 🙂

        Reply
    6. sippitysup says

      July 13, 2013 at 12:56 pm

      It’s been humid here in LA too. I don’t get it. Maybe I need to make my own sorbet. GREG

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        July 23, 2013 at 10:34 am

        Yeah, I don’t like it one bit! And we’re still getting some humidity here in SD. Hopefully this year is just an exception 😉

        Reply
    7. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says

      July 24, 2013 at 5:22 pm

      It’s cocktail time! That looks incredible, Brandon 🙂

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        July 24, 2013 at 5:41 pm

        Thanks Kiran :)!

        Reply
    8. Megan Keno {Country Cleaver} says

      July 28, 2015 at 2:50 pm

      This sorbet is exactly what I need right now!

      Reply
    9. Steph @ Steph in Thyme says

      July 28, 2015 at 6:05 pm

      Whoa chili powder – how fun! I’ll take a few scoops of this over a cocktail any day.

      Reply
    10. Cynthia/What A Girl Eats says

      August 1, 2015 at 6:13 am

      Another winner! That would be fun blended into a beverage!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        August 4, 2015 at 5:52 pm

        Great idea! Thanks Cynthia.

        Reply
    11. Anita says

      August 1, 2015 at 9:44 pm

      What’s crazy is that it’s even humid here in NorCal!! What is going on! Love that the heat inspired this sorbet though!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        August 4, 2015 at 5:51 pm

        I know right?! Over it!! But at least it’s a good excuse to eat ice cream more often.

        Reply

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