Tangy Lime and Ginger Granita is a refreshing and flavorful frozen dessert that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is made with only a few ingredients and is very easy to make. The lime juice and ginger give the granita a bright and tangy flavor, while the honey adds a touch of sweetness. The granita is frozen until it is slushy, and then it is scraped with a fork and served in glasses or bowls.
Lime and ginger are both ingredients that are often used in Southeast Asian cuisine. Lime juice is used to add a sour and tangy flavor to dishes, while ginger is used to add a spicy and pungent flavor. I created this recipe for Tangy Lime and Ginger Granita as a way to combine the flavors of these two ingredients in a refreshing and delicious frozen dessert.
The idea for this recipe came to me one hot summer day when I was looking for a way to cool down. I had some fresh limes and ginger on hand, so I decided to experiment with making a granita. I combined the lime juice, ginger, honey, and water in a blender and blended until smooth. Then, I poured the mixture into a baking dish and froze it for several hours.
When the granita was frozen, I scraped it with a fork and served it in glasses. The granita was a hit with my family and friends, and I have been making it ever since. It is a refreshing and flavorful dessert that is perfect for any occasion.
Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 cup lime juice
1 cup water
1/2 cup honey
1 tablespoon grated ginger
Instructions
Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and freeze for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
When you're ready to serve, scrape the granita with a fork and serve in glasses or bowls.
Why It Works
The combination of lime juice and ginger gives the granita a bright and tangy flavor.
The honey adds a touch of sweetness to balance out the tartness of the lime juice.
Freezing the granita until it is slushy creates a light and refreshing texture.