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Lemon granita
This Sicilian granita is the lemon version of granitas. it´s absolutely delicious, super fresh, and very easy to make, perfect on a hot summer day! We could also prepare it with oranges, tangerines or grapefruits.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Frozen 3 hours
Servings 2 cups
Calories 240 kcal
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons granulated white sugar
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/3 cup lemon juice without seeds or pulp
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
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In a small pot make a simple syrup: combine water and sugar, heat over medium heat, and cook until it begins to boil, stirring occasionally for the sugar melts.
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Turn off the heat and let it cool at room temperature, then refrigerate until the syrup is completely cold.
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Mix the cold sugar syrup well, with the juice and lemon zest.
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Put the lemon juice mixture into a bowl (I prefer it to be glass) and take it to the freezer.
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In regular intervals stir the lemon mixture until it is completely frozen to obtain a consistent texture (it should take between 2 and 3 hours)
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With a fork, scrape the granita so it has a similar consistency of soft snow.
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Put in serving glasses with a large spoon or small bowls and enjoy this sicilian dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Lemon granita
Amount Per Serving
Calories 240
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.