i have been having so much fun experimenting with kudzu. this kudzu recipe was by far my favorite things that I made. the color is magical and the sweet floral and grape essence is lovely. but really.... the bright magenta color won my heart right away! have fun!
Kudzu sorbet
2 cups of kudzu flowers
2 1/2 cup water,cool
the Simple syrup:
1/2 cup water
1 cup sugar
juice from 2 lemons
-soak kudzu flowers the cool 2 1/2 cup water, in a non reactive bowl
-put a plate on top of flowers to act as a weight and soak overnight
-strain the kudzu water through cheese cloth or a coffee filter to sift out any impurities
-make the simple syrup by heating up the water
-remove from heat and add the sugar
-stir until sugar is dissolved
-cool for 15 minutes and add lemon juice
-cool until room temp and add the kudzu water
-combine and pour into a non reactive container and put in the freezer
-check every few hours and break up the sorbet
-when frozen, place in a blender to create the sorbet consistency and put back in the freezer to chill
-enjoy!!
photos and recipe by kristen bach