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Earthy Watermelon Granita

This granita is made by blending ripe watermelon with lime juice and then freezing it, resulting in a semi-frozen dessert with a flaky, icy texture. The mixture showcases the fresh, sweet flavor of watermelon complemented by a hint of lime, with a granular appearance reminiscent of crushed ice and soil fragments.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups ripe watermelon chunks seedless preferred
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon finely ground black pepper (optional)

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Freezer
  • Shallow baking dish or tray
  • Fork or spoon

Method
 

  1. Place the watermelon chunks into the blender and blend until completely smooth, about 30 seconds, creating a vibrant red liquid with no large pieces. Pour the blended watermelon into a mixing bowl or directly into a shallow baking dish.
  2. Add lime juice and optional black pepper to the watermelon puree. Stir well to combine, ensuring an even distribution of flavors. The mixture should be fragrant and uniformly bright pink.
  3. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or tray, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. Place in the freezer and freeze for about 2 hours.
  4. Every 30 minutes, use a fork or spoon to scrape and break up the icy layer that forms. Continue this process until the entire mixture has a flakey, granular texture, which should take about 2-3 hours.
  5. Once the granita reaches a fluffy, icy consistency with visible crystals, scoop it into serving bowls. Garnish with a small sprig of fresh herbs or a lime wedge if desired. Serve immediately for optimal texture.

Notes

For a more textured 'earthy' appearance, sprinkle a small pinch of ground black pepper over the granita before serving.