Pear sorbet with red wine
4 servings
30 minutes
Pear sorbet with red wine is a refined French delicacy that combines the depth of red wine's flavor with the gentle sweetness of pear. This dessert, inspired by French culinary traditions, is perfect for a romantic dinner or an exquisite finish to a festive feast. The sorbet is refreshing, with subtle fruity and wine notes, while the addition of lemon juice adds a light tartness that balances the sweetness. Its texture is velvety and cooling, making it ideal for hot days or as an elegant accompaniment to a glass of fine wine. It can be served in elegant glasses adorned with fresh berries or mint leaves, highlighting its aristocratic and sophisticated nature.
1
Peel the pears and remove the cores, then cut them into small pieces - you should have about 2 cups.
- Bartlett pears: 500 g
2
In a saucepan, bring wine, 1 1/4 cups of water, and sugar to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add pears and cook until soft for 5–10 minutes.
- Dry red wine: 1 glass
- Sugar: 0.8 glass
- Bartlett pears: 500 g
3
Add lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Mix and chill well.
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Coarse salt: to taste
4
Then blend in portions until smooth and pour into a container. Place in the freezer to set, stirring every 45 minutes.