Sung Anh Spring Root Caramel Ice Cream

Sautéed roots of ginseng, wild garlic, and cress in butter to lock in rich flavor, then topped with a homemade sweet-savory caramel sauce over vanilla ice cream—this fine dining-style dessert transforms traditionally bitter spring vegetables into an approachable treat for all ages.

Ingredients needed 4 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • When handling ginseng, wear disposable gloves—it releases sticky sap that clings to skin and is hard to remove.
  • Avoid stirring caramel too quickly; rapid stirring can cause sugar to crystallize and harden. Gently tilt the pan to swirl instead.
  • The sugar reaches temperatures well over 300°F when turning brown—extremely dangerous. Never pour cold cream directly; always warm the cream first and add it gradually to prevent splattering.
  • Always fully dry the root vegetables in butter before adding them to the caramel sauce to prevent the sauce from becoming too thin and losing its rich texture.

Recommended for

  • Parents wanting to introduce bitter root vegetables like ginseng or wild garlic to children who dislike their taste.
  • Those looking to elevate store-bought vanilla ice cream into a refined fine dining-style dessert.
  • Home cooks aiming to master the art of caramelizing sugar to create a perfect homemade sweet-savory syrup.

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