Sharbat Orange Ice Recipes

TAMARIND SHARBAT

Steps:

• Combine the tamarind paste, sugar and water in a small pot and bring to a simmer on medium low heat.
• Stir while sugar dissolves.
• You should have a syrup the consistency of maple syrup.
• If it's thicker add a bit of water and cook another minute.
• This will thicken up a bit when cool but still pourable.
• Pour into a sterile jar or bottle.
• This will keep for 3 or 4 days on the counter.
• To serve combine 1/4 cup syrup with 1/2 cup water or sparkling water, stir and add 3 or 4 ice cubes.

APPLE MILK DRINK (SHARBAT)

Steps:

• Peel and cube the apples.
• Place in the blender with sugar, rose water and milk.
• Whirl at high speed 15 seconds.
• Serve, with ice if desired, in small glasses.

ARABIAN ORANGE ICE

Steps:

• Bring the sugar and the water to a boil.
• Boil 5-10 minutes, until the sugar is completely dissolved; cool slightly and strain if necessary.
• Add the juices and rinds, stirring to mix well, or blend in a food processor.
• Pour liquid in glass bowl and freeze until slushy.
• Use an electric mixer or a food processor to beat the frozen mixture until smooth.
• Pour into a container of your choice, and return to the freezer.
• Freeze until firm.