Ice cream is generally non-digestive as it contains a lot of fat, but this is not the case if the ice cream is lime and ginger. This combination of flavors is delicious and very refreshing on hot days , but at the same time it is ideal to drink after meals, as it improves digestion.
Lime helps primary digestion , increasing the secretion of digestive juices, bile and acids, thanks to its flavonoids, which also stimulate peristaltic movement, digestive tract contractions, facilitate digestion and prevent constipation.
Ginger, meanwhile, is an anti-inflammatory that provides various health benefits , such as better blood circulation and strengthening the immune system. Its many qualities include improved digestion, better absorption of nutrients, and reduced unwanted digestive effects such as bloating and gas.
Ingredients for 4 servings:
preparation:
- Peel the ginger, grate it and use the zest immediately , to prevent it from drying out and losing nutrients. Also grate the lime when preparing the recipe.
- In a saucepan, pour the water, add the sugar and the grated ginger.
- Cook until it boils, add the zest and lime juice .
- Lower the heat and simmer for about 4 minutes.
- Remove from heat, let cool and pour into a shallow pan.
- Place in the freezer and wait for the ice cream to harden, then remove it and place it in the blender for 15 seconds, along with the rum. The result should be a smooth cream, to be served in individual bowls.
- Serve the ice cream, decorated with a few mint leaves.
Make a Lime and Ginger Digestive Pole
If you prefer to make a lolly, simply follow the recipe until step 5 and then pour the shake into ice cream molds, add a stick to each popsicle and wait for them to freeze to drink the digestive ice cream after the meal.
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