⅔cuplime juiceI used small limes, so I had to use A LOT
4tspgrated lime zest
3ozsugar
½tspkosher salt
¾cupof whole milkor half and half
Additional 1 cup of whole milkchilled
1cupof cream chilledor substitute with half and half
3 - 4tbspSilver tequilaoptional - and will result in a softer sherbet
Instructions
Place ¾ cup of whole milk, salt and sugar in a saucepan. Heat until the sugar has melted. Add the grated lime zest and lime juice and mix to combine. The milk will curdle - this is normal.
Add the rest of the chilled milk, cream and tequila (if using) and mix well to combine. Transfer to the freezer or fridge to chill.
Add the chilled mix to your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Transfer to a container and let it harden in the freezer for a few hours.
Let it soften a little before scooping the ice cream (or use a warm scoop to make it easier).
Zest extra lime on top before serving (optional).
No Ice Cream Churner? No problem!
Place the milk mixture in a large flat freezer proof dish. Every few hours, break the hardened milk base with a fork and mix it in with the rest.
Repeat this every few hours (changing to a whisk or hand mix as the mixture hardens more), until the mix is icy and smooth. Let it harden for a few hours.