Must-Try Grapefruit Brulee

February 23, 2012

Grapefruit brulee is an simple dessert requiring only two ingredients: sugar and grapefruit. With citrus season in full swing, the grapefruits are at their best, sweet and juicy. The grapefruit halves are caramelized using a blow torch (available at the hardware store). You can also place the grapefruit under the broiler for a couple of minutes to brulee the fruit. The sugar crystallizes to create a golden brown crust that pairs perfectly with the tart grapefruit. Finish this dessert with a dollop of whipped cream. Grapefruit brulee is really that easy!

Grapefruit Brulee

Ingredients:
1 pink or red grapefruit

1 tablespoon coarse sugar

Directions:

Halve each grapefruit crosswise, and cut a thin slice off the bottom of each half to stabilize the pieces.

Remove all seeds from the grapefruit, and loosen the segments with a paring knife.

Sprinkle each half evenly with the sugar. Using a blowtorch, melt the sugar to form a golden brown and crispy surface.

Serve immediately.