If you're looking for a well-concentrated pistachio paste to add flavor to your ice creams or even desserts like macarons or creams, you've come to the right place. This version is denser, with a much more intense pistachio taste. Ideal for making a real pistachio ice cream with Ninja Creami or for adding to a vanilla ice cream base.
Ingredients :
- 250 g unsalted pistachios, shelled
- 50 g of sugar
- 30 ml of water
- 1 tablespoon of neutral oil (sunflower or grapeseed)
- 1 teaspoon bitter almond extract (optional but recommended to intensify the taste)
- A pinch of salt
Preparation :
- Blanch the pistachios
To obtain a very smooth and concentrated pistachio paste, start by blanching the pistachios. Bring a large pot of water to the boil, immerse the pistachios in it for 1 to 2 minutes, then drain them and immerse them in a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking. Then remove the skin by rubbing the pistachios between your fingers. - Roast the pistachios
Once the pistachios have been peeled, roast them in the oven for about 10 minutes at 150°C. This will accentuate their aroma and give even more character to your dough. - Prepare the syrup
While the pistachios cool, heat the water and sugar in a small saucepan to prepare a syrup. Cook it over low heat until you obtain a slightly syrupy consistency, without letting it caramelize. - Intensive blending
Put the roasted pistachios in a blender and start blending. You will have to mix for a few minutes to obtain a grainy texture. Then add the syrup and continue mixing until the dough begins to form. - Add the oil and extract
Add the neutral oil and bitter almond extract (if using). Continue to mix until you obtain a smooth and concentrated paste. Don't hesitate to mix for a long time for a truly homogeneous texture. If the dough is too thick, you can adjust with a little oil, but go slowly. - Store your paste
Once ready, store your concentrated pistachio paste in an airtight jar. It will keep for up to a month in the refrigerator, but be careful, it is so good that it may go away much faster!
Ninja Creami Tip:
This concentrated pistachio paste is perfect for making pistachio ice cream with Ninja Creami. Simply add it to your base before churning to obtain a rich-tasting ice cream, worthy of the best gelaterias. If you want to play the indulgent card, you can incorporate it into a chocolate or even hazelnut ice cream. A small spoon in your vanilla ice cream will also make all the difference!
And there you have it, an ultra-concentrated homemade pistachio paste, ready to enhance all your frozen creations. You'll see, the taste is incomparable to commercial ones. I advise you to try Ninja Creami on your next ice cream, you will enjoy it!
