Watermelon Sorbet with Rosewater Gulab Jamun and Marinated Watermelon Wedges

A refreshing watermelon sorbet paired with sweet rosewater-infused gulab jamun, marinated fruit, and fresh mint garnish.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 960.5 kcals 3842.1 kcals
Carbohydrates 145.6 grams 582.4 grams
Fat 28.9 grams 115.4 grams
Protein 18.2 grams 72.8 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
200
g
Caster Sugar
for sorbet
1.25
tsp
200
g
Caster Sugar
for syrup
Dairy
175
ml
25
g
Butter
melted
Fruits
1.2
kg
Watermelon
flesh only
2
piece
Lemon
juice only
200
g
Strawberries
quartered
GrainsCereals
Liquids
75
ml
Water
for syrup
50
ml
NutsSeeds
4
sprig
Mint
to serve
Other
1
tsp

Steps

  • Blend 1kg of watermelon, sugar, and lemon juice in a food processor until smooth.
  • Strain the mixture through a sieve into an ice cream machine and churn until frozen.
  • Cut the remaining 200g of watermelon into thin wedges and set aside.
  • Preheat a deep fat fryer to 170°C.
  • Mix powdered milk, flour, baking powder, and bicarbonate of soda in a bowl.
  • Add butter and double cream to form a soft, sticky dough.
  • Roll the dough into small balls and fry for 2-3 minutes until golden.
  • Remove the balls with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.
  • Boil water, sugar, vodka, and rosewater in a pan, then simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Cover the fried jamun with half of the syrup and soak for 10 minutes.
  • Marinate the watermelon wedges and strawberries in the remaining syrup for 10 minutes.
  • Serve watermelon and strawberries topped with jamun, sorbet, and fresh mint.