Citrus-Lime Tequila Granita for a Refreshing Snack

Ingredients

1. 6 ice cubes
2. 1 cup Blanco tequila
3. 1 cup fresh lime juice
4. 1/2 cup water
5. 1/2 cup triple sec
6. 1/2 cup superfine sugar
7. 1 tablespoon kosher salt (for rimming)

Instructions

1. Prepare Simple Syrup:
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of water with 1/2 cup of superfine sugar.
- Place the saucepan on the stove over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar fully dissolves into the water, creating a simple syrup.
- Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature. (PT10M - 10 minutes)

2. Mix the Granita Base:
- In a large mixing bowl, pour 1 cup of fresh lime juice, 1 cup of Blanco tequila, and 1/2 cup of triple sec.
- Gradually add the cooled simple syrup to the mixture while stirring to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
- Set aside. (PT5M - 5 minutes)

3. Create Ice Crystals:
- Crush the 6 ice cubes in a blender until the ice reaches a fine consistency resembling snow.
- Add the crushed ice to the lime and tequila mixture and stir gently. (PT5M - 5 minutes)

4. Freeze the Mixture:
- Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish, ensuring it’s spread evenly.
- Place the dish flat in the freezer.
- After 30 minutes, use a fork to scrape the mixture, creating a fluffy ice texture. Repeat scraping every 30 minutes for 2 hours until full granita formation. (PT2H - 2 hours)

5. Serve:
- Before serving, rim the edges of glasses with kosher salt by dipping them first in water and then in salt.
- Spoon the granita into the prepared glasses and serve immediately for a revitalizing treat. (PT5M - 5 minutes)

Total Time

PT3H25M
3 hours and 25 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Tequila Granita, Lime Dessert, Refreshing Snack, Citrus Granita, Frozen Treat, Icy Snack, Gourmet Treat, Simple Granita, Lime Tequila Mix, Frozen Snack Sensation

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1092 calories

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