Spicy Mango Lime Sorbet

Ingredients

• Mango: 3 large ripe mangoes (peeled and cubed) or 4 cups frozen mango chunks.

• Lime: ¼ cup fresh lime juice + 1 tsp lime zest.

• Sweetener: ½ cup agave nectar or simple syrup (adjust based on mango sweetness).

• Spice: ½ tsp red chili flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

• Salt: A tiny pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavors.

Instructions

1. Prep the Fruit: If using fresh mangoes, cube them and freeze them on a parchment-lined tray for at least 4 hours. Using frozen fruit ensures a creamy, “instant” sorbet texture.

2. Blend: Place the frozen mango chunks, lime juice, lime zest, and sweetener into a high-powered blender or food processor.

3. Emulsify: Pulse until the mango begins to break down. Then, blend on high, using a tamper if necessary, until the mixture is completely smooth and looks like thick soft-serve.

4. Add the Kick: Add the chili flakes and sea salt. Pulse a few more times just to incorporate them without pulverizing the flakes entirely.

5. Freeze: You can eat it immediately for a soft texture. For scoopable sorbet (like in the photo), transfer the mixture to a shallow container and freeze for 2–3 hours.

6. Serve: Use a warm ice cream scoop to create spheres. Garnish with extra lime zest and a sprinkle of red chili flakes for that beautiful pop of color.