Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Mulberry Granita: A Refreshingly Sweet Sicilian Delight
Experience the cool, fruity charm of mulberry granita, a Sicilian classic perfect for warm summer days.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 250 g black mulberries
- ✓ 150 g caster sugar
- ✓ 220 ml water
- ✓ 40 g lemon juice
📊 Nutritional Information
Mulberry granita is a beloved traditional treat from Sicily, especially popular in the Messina and Catania regions. This dessert stands out for its refreshing quality and rich, fruity flavour—just the thing to brighten up hot summer afternoons. The dark mulberries, packed with minerals and antioxidants, give the granita its deep colour and natural sweetness that wins you over with the very first spoonful. Best enjoyed alongside a Sicilian brioche with its iconic ‘tuppo’ bun, this granita is a heartfelt nod to the culinary heritage of Eastern Sicily.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Start by making a syrup: dissolve the sugar in water over a gentle heat in a saucepan, bringing it to the boil.
- 2
Whisk occasionally to help the sugar dissolve properly, then set aside to cool completely.
- 3
Rinse the mulberries under cold running water, remove the stalks, and blitz into a smooth purée.
- 4
Strain the purée through a fine sieve to remove seeds and stir it into the cooled syrup along with the lemon juice.
- 5
Transfer the mixture to a container and pop it into the freezer, stirring well every hour to break up ice crystals.
- 6
Continue this process 3 to 4 times until you achieve a soft, grainy granita texture.
- 7
Ladle the granita into glasses and serve with a Sicilian ‘tuppo’ brioche on the side.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a silkier treat, try folding in a dollop of whipped cream before serving. You might also explore other fruits like strawberries or raspberries to create your own fruity twists.
📦 Storage
- • Keep the granita in the freezer for up to 2 days.
- • Give it a good stir before serving to loosen any ice crystals that may have formed.
- • Avoid refreezing once thawed to preserve the perfect texture.
🍷 Pairing
Enjoy your mulberry granita alongside a glass of Cerasuolo di Vittoria — a Sicilian red wine bursting with fruity notes that beautifully complement the dessert’s sweetness.
I really hope you give this mulberry granita a go at home—it’s such a lovely way to capture the essence of a Sicilian summer in your own kitchen. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, it’s a charming, refreshing treat that’s sure to bring a little sunshine to any gathering. Do let me know how you get on, and don’t forget to pair it with a nice cup of coffee or chilled wine for that truly authentic Sicilian experience!
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