Best 2 Italian Lemon Ice Granita Recipes
Escape the summer heat with a refreshing treat that takes you on a culinary journey to Italy. Discover the authentic flavors of Italian lemon ice, known as granita, with our collection of recipes. From classic variations to unique twists, these icy delights are a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Dive into the simplicity of our basic lemon granita, capturing the essence of this timeless dessert with just a few ingredients. Elevate your granita game with variations like the aromatic bergamot granita, where citrus notes dance with a hint of floral elegance. Indulge in the creamy delight of our lemon granita with yogurt, a harmonious blend of tangy lemon and velvety yogurt. And for a tropical twist, embark on a flavor adventure with our coconut lemon granita, where the sweetness of coconut harmonizes with the vibrant lemon zest. Each recipe is carefully crafted to bring you a refreshing and authentic Italian experience, perfect for cooling down on a hot summer day or adding a touch of elegance to your dessert table.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
ITALIAN LEMON ICE (GRANITA)
Lemon granita is easily the most popular of all Italian ices, and with good reason. On a hot summer's day, no refreshment beats it tangy, revitalizing taste. Prep time included chill time. From The Mediterranean Vegan Kitchen.
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Frozen Desserts
Time 5h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine 2 cups of the water with the sugar in a medium nonreactive saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Add the salt, stir, and remove the pan from the heat.
- Stir in the remaining water and let cool to room temperature.
- Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, place a shallow metal 2 1/2 qt container (such as a large cake pan) in the freezer to chill.
- Add the lemon juice, lemon peel, and extract to the chilled sugar mixture; stir until well blended.
- Pour into the chilled metal pan.
- Place the pan in the freezer for 30-60 minutes, or until ice crystals form around the edges.
- Stir the ice crystals into the center of the pan and return to the freezer.
- Repeat every 30 minutes, or until all the liquid is crystallized but not frozen solid, about 3 hours.
- To serve, scoop the granita into chilled dessert bowls or goblets.
- (If the granita has become too hard, scrape it with a large metal spoon to break up the ice crystals.) Serve at once.
- Advance Preparation: The granita can be stored, covered, for up to four days in the freezer, but it will have become frozen solid.
- To serve, either allow the granita to thaw in the refridgerator until you can scrape the crystals, or break it up into chunks and process with on/off motions in a food processor fitted with the knife blade until fairly smooth.
ITALIAN GRANITA LEMON ICE CREAM
Many people think that Lemon Granita is similar to a Lemon sorbet. There is a main difference which is the fact that Lemon Granita has no eggs, no milk and no cream in it. Just lemon juice, lemon zest, water and sugar! In Southern Italy we have a granita for breakfast, aperitif, lunch and as an after siesta drink. The best lemon Granita is made with little sugar and a grated lemon zest in it! For breakfast we would have a Coffee Granita with a croissant (the Sicilian way); for aperitif the Lemon Granita; after the siesta the almond granita. There are many flavors you can choose: lemon, mint, coffee, strawberry, almond, kiwi, mandarin, prickly pears.
Provided by stile mediterraneo
Categories Frozen Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Boil the sugar and water for 5 minutes. Then let the syrup cool down and add the lemon juice and grated lemon zest. Boil everything again. Let it cool down again and put it in the freezer in a metallic container. Turn the mixture while it is freezing every 20 minutes. The Granita will be ready after 3-4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.1, Fat 0.1, Sodium 2, Carbohydrate 29.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 28.8, Protein 0.1
Tips:
- Use the best lemons you can find. Freshly squeezed lemon juice will give your granita the best flavor.
- Make sure the sugar is completely dissolved before freezing the granita. This will help prevent it from becoming icy.
- Freeze the granita in a shallow container. This will help it freeze more evenly.
- Stir the granita every 30 minutes or so while it is freezing. This will help break up the ice crystals and create a smooth texture.
- Serve the granita immediately after it is frozen. It will start to melt quickly, so it is best to enjoy it right away.
Conclusion:
Italian lemon ice granita is a refreshing and delicious summer treat. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it sweet, tart, or somewhere in between, this granita is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a cool and refreshing way to beat the heat, give this Italian lemon ice granita a try. You won't be disappointed!
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