Ingredients

  • 3 cups freshly squeezed tangerine juice
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Italian bitter liqueur, such as Campari, optional
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/2 cup shelled pistachios
  • 3/4 cup whipping cream
  • 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise

Method

  • For the sorbet: Combine the tangerine juice, sugar and Campari if using in a medium saucepan.
  • Bring to a simmer, stirring over low heat until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes then process the sorbet in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Transfer to a bowl, cover tightly and freeze until firm, at least 2 hours and up to 3 days.
  • For the pistachios: Place a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Stir the sugar, 1 tablespoon water and the salt together in a medium bowl.
  • Add the pistachios and stir to coat.
  • Spread the pistachios on the prepared baking sheet and bake until the nuts are golden and crisp, about 8 minutes.
  • Allow the nuts to cool, then coarsely chop and set aside.
  • For the vanilla cream: Place the cream in a small bowl.
  • Use a paring knife to scrape the beans from the pod into the cream.
  • Add the empty pod and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • To serve, pour 2 tablespoons of the vanilla cream into a martini glass.
  • Add a scoop of sorbet and garnish with pistachios.