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Refreshing Watermelon Granita Recipe with Tajín Lime Rim

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A quick and easy watermelon granita with a spicy-sour Tajín lime rim, perfect for cooling off on hot summer days with a refreshing icy texture and vibrant flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups watermelon, cubed and seeds removed
  • Juice of 2 medium limes (about 2 tablespoons or 30 ml)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Pinch of salt
  • Tajín seasoning for rimming glasses

Instructions

  1. Make the simple syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature (about 10 minutes).
  2. Prepare the watermelon: Cut watermelon into cubes, removing seeds and rind to yield about 6 cups.
  3. Blend it up: In a blender or food processor, combine watermelon cubes, cooled simple syrup, and lime juice. Blend until completely smooth.
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove pulp and seeds (optional for smoother texture).
  5. Freeze the granita: Pour the strained juice into a shallow, freezer-safe pan (about 9×9 inches). Place in the freezer.
  6. Scrape and fluff: After 45 minutes, scrape icy edges toward the center with a fork. Repeat scraping every 30 minutes for about 3 hours until fluffy and finely textured.
  7. Prepare the Tajín rim: Rub the rim of each glass with a lime wedge, then dip into Tajín seasoning to coat evenly.
  8. Serve: Scoop granita into Tajín-rimmed glasses and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Scraping the granita every 30 minutes is essential to achieve the flaky texture. Let granita sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scraping if it freezes too hard. Use a fork for scraping instead of a spoon. Tajín seasoning is key for the signature spicy-sour rim; a mix of chili powder, lime zest, and salt can be used as a substitute. For a boozy twist, add a splash of tequila or rum before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 days.

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