Black Tea-Lychee Granite Recipe

• Difficulty: Intermediate
• Servings: 4
• Nutritional Info per Serving (1 of 4): Calories 115, Total Fat 1g, Saturated Fat 0g, Carbohydrates 34g, Dietary Fiber 6g, Sugar 17g, Protein 2g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 10mg
• Total Time: 8 hr 10 min
• Preparation Time: 10 min
• Inactive Time: 8 hr

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh or canned lychees (drained), peeled and pitted
• 3 cups strong black lychee tea, brewed
• Juice of 8 limes, plus 8 lime halves hollowed out for serving
• Zest of 2 limes, reserving 1 teaspoon for garnish

Instructions

1. Transform ripe lychees into a silky puree using a food processor. Infuse with brewed black lychee tea, fresh lime juice, and vibrant lime zestpulse until perfectly blended. Pour into a 10-inch square pan and freeze overnight for effortless icy elegance.
2. When frozen solid, delicately scrape with a fork to create fluffy granita. Fill hollowed lime halves and artfully arrange two atop a spoonful of granita on each chilled plateinspire your guests with this tropical masterpiece.
3. Finish with a sprinkle of reserved lime zest for a zesty pop, and serve immediately to capture peak refreshment.

Suggested Beverage Pairing: Chinese Tea

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