How to Make Citrus-Ginger Granita - A Step-by-Step Guide

When the heat of summer is bearing down on us, there’s nothing more refreshing than a cool, icy treat. And if you’re looking for a dessert that not only quenches your thirst but also tantalizes your taste buds, look no further than the Citrus-Ginger Granita. This delightful concoction is a perfect blend of tangy citrus and spicy ginger, frozen into a fluffy, shaved ice texture that is guaranteed to cool you off on even the hottest of days.

Granita is a traditional Italian dessert that...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup water
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
  • 2 lemons, zested
  • 2 limes, zested
  • 5 cups orange juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 6 hrs
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Stir water, sugar, ginger, lemon zest, and lime zest together in a saucepan over medium-high heat until sugar dissolves and mixture is bubbling, 5 to 10 minutes; cool slightly.
  • Stir the ginger mixture an orange juice together in a pitcher; pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place dish in the freezer; scrape and stir orange juice mixture with a fork once every hour until granita is evenly frozen and crystallized, about 6 hours.
  • Nutrition

    145 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 3mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 32g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 81mg
    • Calcium: 22mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 324mg