Lemon Pomelo Granita

This refreshing Lemon Pomelo Granita is the perfect treat for warm weather. With its zesty citrus flavors and icy texture, it’s like a cool breeze on a summer day.

Combining the brightness of lemon with the subtle sweetness of pomelo, this granita is sure to become your new favorite summer dessert.

Ready Time

2 hrs

Yields

10 servings

Ingredients

1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup sugar
2 cups water
2 cups pomelo juice (or substitute with a combination of grapefruit and orange juice)
1 tsp grated lemon zest

Instructions

Combine the lemon juice and sugar in a medium saucepan and whisk until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Add the water to the saucepan and whisk until well combined.

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture has slightly thickened.

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the pomelo juice and grated lemon zest.

Let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Pour the mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish or a metal pan and cover it with plastic wrap.

Place the dish in the freezer.

Every 30 minutes, remove the dish from the freezer and use a fork to scrape the mixture and break up any ice crystals that have formed.

This is called “tempering” and it will give your granita a smooth, icy texture.

Repeat this process for 2-3 hours, or until the desired consistency is reached.

Once the granita has reached the desired consistency, scoop it into bowls and serve immediately.

You can garnish with a sprinkle of sugar, a slice of lemon, or a few fresh mint leaves, if desired.

Notes

Use a high-quality, fresh pomelo juice for the best flavor, or try substituting with a combination of grapefruit and orange juice if you can’t find pomelo.

Make sure to not overcook the mixture, as it can become too thick and sticky.

Tempering the mixture every 30 minutes is key to a smooth, icy texture – be patient and don’t skip this step! If you want a more intense lemon flavor, you can add a bit more lemon juice or zest to taste.

Granita is best served fresh, but you can also store it in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 days.

Garnish ideas include a sprinkle of sugar, a slice of lemon, or a few fresh mint leaves – feel free to get creative!