How to Make Watermelon Granita

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Make Watermelon Granita

Granitas are ice desserts similar to sorbet, but with a grainier texture. They're very easy to make at home and require no special equipment. This recipe makes just under a quart. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • 1/2 c. water
  • 2/3 c. sugar
  • 2 whole limes
  • 6 c. cubed watermelon
  • Blenders
  • Dinner Forks
  • Saucepans
  • Groceries
  • Plastic food containers
  • Juicers
  • Strainers
  • Mixing bowls
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Instructions

    • 1

      Place the sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil for 1 minute, then shut off the heat and cool completely.

    • 2

      Juice the limes.

    • 3

      Purée the watermelon by forcing it through a sieve or by removing the seeds and puréeing it in a blender or food processor. Be sure to retain both the juice and the pulp.

    • 4

      Combine the sugar-syrup mixture, the lime juice and the watermelon purée and stir it all together well.

    • 5

      Taste the mixture. It should taste very sweet, with the lime juice noticeable. If you can't detect any tang, add more lime juice until you do.

    • 6

      Place the mixture in a shallow container and put it in the freezer.

    • 7

      Freeze for 2 to 3 hours, stirring the mixture together and fluffing it with a fork often. This action will create the granita's signature grainy texture.

    • 8

      Serve the granita just before it freezes completely.

Tips & Warnings

  • If the mixture freezes too solid, it's not necessary to melt it. Simply scrape it with a fork or spoon, or grate it with a clean cheese grater.

  • Exact measurements here aren't crucial, but pick the best, sweetest watermelon you can find.

  • Adding a small quantity of alcohol can soften the granita's texture. But because the alcohol will not freeze, you'll need to stir the mixture more often. Use a liqueur like Grand Marnier or triple sec, or a spirit like vodka, bourbon or tequila.

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