Citrus Granita

As we move into the season of entertaining, this is the perfect recipe to have up your sleeve. It can be made well in advance and it feels special (without the faff!).

Until recently I'd never made granita before, but once I found out how easy it is (and how delicious) I had to give it a go. It's the perfect mix of sweet and sour as well as being incredibly satisfying as it melts on your tongue. Keep some in your freezer for whenever you might need it. 

Citrus Granita
Serves 4-6

300ml water

120g sugar

1 lemon, zest and juice

1 orange, zest and juice

Boil the water, sugar, lemon zest and orange zest for 5 minutes until the liquid has reduced by half and you have a thick syrup. Strain into a freezer-safe container.

Add the orange and lemon juice to the mixture and combine. Freeze for at least 3 hours, breaking up the ice crystals with a fork every now and then.

To serve, grill orange slices sprinkled with sugar until charred and dollop creme fraiche alongside before topping with the granita.