Booza (pistachio And Cardamom Ice Cream)
Booza is a traditional Middle Eastern ice cream known for its unique stretchy and chewy texture. This recipe for Booza combines the flavors of pistachio and cardamom, creating a delightful and aromatic frozen treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped pistachios, ground cardamom, and salt. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a thick, creamy consistency.
- Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container, cover, and freeze for at least 3-4 hours until firm.
- Serve the Booza pistachio and cardamom ice cream in scoops and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 4 hours
- Cooking method
- Freezing
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Ice cream maker Saucepan Whisk Freezer-safe container
Tools
Ice cream scoop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Booza ice cream in small bowls or cones, garnished with additional chopped pistachios for a delightful crunch.
Tips & tricks
For a creamier texture, allow the ice cream to soften at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Cost
$10