4 cups fresh watermelon, cut into cubes (seeds removed) 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice, adjust to taste 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup, adjust to preference
Directions:
1. Spread the cut watermelon cubes on a tray in a single layer and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until completely frozen. 2. Add the frozen watermelon cubes to a high-speed blender. 3. Pour in the lemon juice and maple syrup. 4. Blend until smooth and slushy, scraping down the sides as needed to help it blend evenly. 5. Once it reaches a soft sorbet consistency, serve immediately.
Prepare the tadka: In a small pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds. Add chopped onions and sauté until they are translucent and lightly browned. Add chopped garlic, ginger, and green chili (if using). Cook for another minute. Stir in the tomato paste, salt, cumin powder, and coriander powder. Cook for about 2 minutes, until the mixture is fragrant.
To make the strawberry puree, blend together - 2 cups of fresh or frozen California strawberries, 1 tbsp honey, and the juice of one lime. You can store this in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Chef Rehana Parveen, an Indian pastry chef with a deep-rooted passion for desserts, began her culinary journey after transitioning from finance. She started as a management trainee at Holiday Inn Goa under Chef Ranjeet Pandey and quickly excelled in the pastry department.
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