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Mandarin and Basil Broth (Recipe by Ferran Adrià: el Bulli)
A surprising liquid that combines the refreshing sweetness of mandarins with the aromatic touch of fresh basil, and a subtle alcoholic note thanks to the vodka.
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Ingredients
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 16 mandarins
  • fresh basil leaves (or mint)
  • Vodka
Nutritional Information

Per Serving (Approx.)

Calories
212 kcal
Protein
3 g
Fat
1 g
Carbohydrates
52 g

Disclaimer: These values are estimates based on ingredient types and may not be precise.

Step-by-step Guide

Presentation

  • Carefully mix the chopped basil or mint leaves with the tangerine cream until well integrated. This process should take approximately 1 minute.
  • Add a splash of vodka to the mixture and stir for about 30 seconds to ensure it is evenly distributed.
Recommendations & Tricks
  • When peeling the mandarins, make sure to remove all the white parts to avoid a bitter taste in the smoothie.
  • If you want a more intense basil flavor, lightly fry the leaves in a dry pan before incorporating them into the smoothie.
  • Serve the smoothie well chilled with small ice cubes to maintain freshness for a longer time.