- Glossary
- Sorbet - frozen fruit dessert
Sorbet - frozen fruit dessert
Sorbet is a frozen dessert made from fruit puree or juice, sugar, and water, without any dairy. Its roots trace back to the Middle East. Sorbet is lighter than ice cream and stands out with its intense fruit flavor. In fine dining, it is traditionally served as a palate cleanser between courses. It is naturally lactose-free and often vegan.
- The word sorbet comes from the Arabic sharbat, meaning drink.
- In France, sorbet is traditionally served between main courses as trou normand.
- Quality sorbet contains at least 25% fruit.
- Sorbet freezes harder than ice cream because it lacks fat that prevents ice crystal formation.
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