Culinary Institute of America

Melons in Basil-Lime Syrup

Preparation info
  • Yield:

    8

    Portions
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Street Foods
Street Foods

By Hinnerk von Bargen and Culinary Institute of America

Published 2015

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Ingredients

  • 4 lb/1.81 kg honeydew melons
  • 4 lb/1.81

Method

  1. Peel the melons thoroughly, remove all seeds, and cut into large dice.
  2. For the syrup, combine the water and sugar, bring to a boil over medium heat, and simmer until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 1 minute. Allow to cool to room temperature, combine in a blender with the lime juice and basil leaves, and purée until smooth.
  3. Toss the melons in