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Basil Brûléed Grapefruit

Basil sugar on ruby red grapefruit forms a perfect crust making this Basil Brûléed Grapefruit a delicious snack or healthy dessert.
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time2 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Barrett Bridenhagen

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 4-6 basil leaves
  • 2-4 grapefruits any work; I used ruby red

Instructions

  • Place the basil and sugar in a mortar and pestle. Basil Bruleed Grapefruit basil and sugar
  • Mash the basil and sugar together in a mortar and pestle (or a bowl with a spoon) until you have a green sugar and only very small bits of basil leaves. Basil Bruleed Grapefruit basil sugar
  • Cut the grapefruits in half. [You can segment them ahead of time to make it easier for guests to enjoy.]
  • Top with 1 tablespoon of sugar mixture. Basil Bruleed Grapefruit with basil sugar
  • Broil or use a kitchen torch and heat until the sugar melts and a hard crust forms.
  • Serve with a grapefruit spoon.Basil Bruleed Grapefruit