Ingredients:
- 4 cups (600g) fresh rhubarb, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) water
- 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
- 2 tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp (2g) lemon zest, finely grated
- 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Combine the chopped rhubarb, sugar, water, and salt in a medium saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until the rhubarb softens and breaks down into a jammy, translucent consistency. Note: Don't rush this, or you'll miss the flavor development.
- Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Use an immersion blender or standard blender to puree the mixture until completely smooth.
- Pour the puree through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, using a spoon to push the liquid through and discarding the fibrous pulp.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for approximately 2 hours until it is cold to the touch.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft serve consistency.
- Transfer the Rhubarb Sorbet to a freezer safe container.
- Freeze for an additional 2-4 hours until firm enough to scoop.