Melon, Vodka and Ginger Granita

Preparation

Peel, deseed and cut the Galia melons into chunks. Juice the lemons.

Method

1. 1 Put the sugar in a small pan with the water and stir over a gentle heat until dissolved.
2. 2 Add the ginger, then boil for 5 minutes.
3. 3 Remove from the heat and set aside to cool, then remove the ginger from the syrup and discard.
4. 4 Put the melon in a good processor and whizz to a purée. Transfer to a freezer container with a lid.
5. 5 Stir in the sugar syrup, vodka and lemon juice, mixing well. Put the lid on and place in the freezer for 2-3 hours, until it starts to freeze around the edges.
6. 6 Beat the mixture with a fork to break up the ice crystals, then return to the freezer for another 2 hours.
7. 7 Beat the mixture again and return to the freezer until completely frozen.
8. 8 Transfer the granita to the fridge for 20 minutes before serving in glasses or bowls.