Orange ice cream with olive oil

 
Enjoy the creamy and refreshing taste of orange olive oil ice cream with this delicious recipe. A healthier twist on a popular trend.

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Many would answer Spain when asked where most European oranges come from. That answer is correct, as in the region around the South Spanish city of Valencia, there are countless orange trees (Citrus sinensis) as far as the eye can see.

Citrus Production Albania

Albania is a country where orange cultivation is rapidly growing. Figures from 2018 show that the country ranked seventh in Europe in terms of the area of orange orchards, which is a remarkable achievement for one of the smallest countries in Europe. However, in just one year, the country’s area increased by 50% to reach 300 hectares. It is expected that production will continue to increase significantly due to Albania’s perfect climate and proximity to European export markets.

Green Oranges

 The fruit changes color during ripening from green to orange. Oranges are actually winter fruits and need cooler weather to develop their characteristic orange color. As the orange ripens on the tree, it produces chlorophyll. This allows the orange to absorb energy from sunlight. Cold nights cause the fruit to lose the green-pigmented chlorophyll and develop a deeper orange color, similar to leaves on a tree in autumn. If you come across an orange with a green tint, it doesn’t mean it’s not ripe. When the weather warms up in late spring and early summer, citrus tends to turn green again to protect itself from sunburn.

Surprisingly Refreshing

Suppose you have some friends visiting on a hot summer day and you want to surprise them with something refreshing. Then we, from Aljeta, have a suggestion: Orange and Olive Oil Ice Cream.

The recipe originates from Valencia, where it can get scorching hot in the summer. Don’t be afraid that the ice cream will taste like cold olive oil. It actually provides a subtle creamy flavor experience.

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Enjoy the creamy and refreshing taste of orange olive oil ice cream with this delicious recipe. A healthier twist on a popular trend.

Course: Dessert, Snack

Keywords: Orange Ice Cream, Summer Treat, Refreshing Dessert.

Geniet van de romige en verfrissende smaak van sinaasappel-olijfolie-ijs met dit heerlijke recept. Een gezondere draai aan een populaire trend.

Gang: Dessert, Snack

Trefwoord: Sinaasappelijs, Zomerse Traktatie, Verfrissende dessert. 

  • Prep Time 20 Minutes
  • Waiting time 4 Hours
  • Total time 4,5 Hours
  • Serves 2 or 3 People

Ingredients

  • 150 grams of caster sugar
  • 250 ml of orange juice (juice of about 7 oranges)
  • Zest of two oranges
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 150 ml of Aljeta extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

  1. Put the sugar in a saucepan with 100 ml of the orange juice. Let the sugar melt slowly over low heat.
  2. Transfer the solution to a bowl and let it cool completely.
  3. Mix (with a mixer or food processor) the grated zest with the remaining juice, lemon juice, and olive oil into the cooled mixture.Step #3
  4. Pour the mixture into a plastic container and place it in the freezer.
  5. To prevent ice crystals from forming, mix it well with a fork after an hour. Repeat this every half hour. On the fourth occasion, use a hand mixer or immersion blender instead of a fork. Let the ice cream freeze for at least another hour.
  6. Store the ice cream covered in the freezer at a temperature of -18°C until ready to use.
  7. Remove the ice cream from the freezer about fifteen minutes before serving, so it's easier to scoop.

A healthier alternative on the trend

Lately, a recipe for ice cream with a few drops of extra virgin olive oil drizzled over it and finished with a few flakes of Aljeta Sea Salt has been circulating on social media, but the recipe described above contains fewer calories and is thus a perfect choice for those pursuing a healthy lifestyle.

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