100% Watermelon Granita – Latin Style

Name: 100% Watermelon Granita – Latin Style
Ingredients: As much as you want Watermelon; 5 –7% of the watermelon’s weight Sugar; To taste Lime; 1 pinch (optional) Chili powder; 1 pinch (optional) Salt

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A refreshing, icy treat made with 100% watermelon! This is a twist on the Mexican watermelon drink 'Agua de Sandía.'

Recipe background:
In Cancun, every dish I tried was loaded with chili sauce, chili powder, and lime—even desserts and drinks! I love sweet treats, but I’m not a fan of sweet drinks, so I turned that watermelon juice into a granita instead.

A refreshing, icy treat made with 100% watermelon! This is a twist on the Mexican watermelon drink 'Agua de Sandía.'

☽月光 @cook_40418214

東京

A refreshing, icy treat made with 100% watermelon! This is a twist on the Mexican watermelon drink 'Agua de Sandía.'

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Ingredients

As much as you want Watermelon
5–7% of the watermelon’s weight Sugar
To taste Lime
1 pinch(optional) Chili powder
1 pinch(optional) Salt

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Steps

1

Cut the watermelon into chunks and remove the seeds. Cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 2 cm), then place in a zip-top bag with the sugar.
2

Mash the watermelon with your hands to break it up. Squeeze out the air, flatten the bag, and freeze until solid.
3

Break the frozen watermelon into pieces and process in a food processor until it becomes a slushy texture.
4

If you don’t have a food processor, transfer to a container and, as it starts to freeze, scrape with a fork several times to create a fluffy texture.
5

When serving, sprinkle with chili powder and salt if you like, and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top. Enjoy!