Lime Granita with Candied Mint Leaves and Crème Fraîche
Lime Granita with Candied Mint Leaves and Crème Fraîche is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Bring 2 cups water and 1 cup sugar to boil in medium saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionBring 2 cups water and 1 cup sugar to boil in medium saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves.
Reduce heat to medium and simmer 5 minutes.
Stir in lime juice.
Transfer lime syrup to 11 x 7 x 2-inch glass baking dish.
Cover and place in freezer.
Stir every 45 minutes until frozen, about 3 hours.
DO AHEAD Granita can be made 2 days ahead.
Cover and keep frozen.
Place sugar on small shallow plate.
Brush both sides of 1 mint leaf lightly with egg white; dredge in sugar.
Transfer mint leaf to rack.
Repeat with remaining mint leaves.
Let mint stand at room temperature until dry, about 3 hours.
DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead.
Store in airtight container at room temperature.
Mix créme fraîche and sugar.
DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead.
Cover and chill.
Using fork, scrape granita to loosen.
Spoon granita into bowls or lime halves; drizzle with créme fraîche, garnish with candied mint leaves, and serve immediately.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.