Elevate your breakfast or dessert with the delightful tang of Broiled Grapefruit. This simple and versatile recipe can be served as a flavorful side dish or a refreshing and healthy dessert. The broiled grapefruit’s warm, bubbly top combined with its natural sweetness creates a delightful treat that is sure to please your taste buds. Customize the dish to your liking by substituting sugar with brown sugar or honey. Additionally, consider experimenting with shredded coconut and finely minced fresh or crystallized ginger for added texture and flavor. The versatility of this recipe extends beyond grapefruit, as you can use oranges, pineapple slices, tangerines, or pomelos for a unique twist.
Broiling the grapefruit takes mere minutes, making this a perfect option for a quick and satisfying treat. With a brush of melted butter and a sprinkling of sugar, the grapefruit halves are placed under the broiler until the top becomes hot and bubbly.
Treat yourself and your loved ones to the delightful experience of Broiled Grapefruit for a refreshing and satisfying dish that is both simple to prepare and bursting with flavor.
MAKES: 2 to 4 servings
TIME: 15 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 large grapefruit, cut in half and sectioned
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional)
- 4 teaspoons sugar, or to taste
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Preheat the broiler and set the rack 4 to 6 inches from the heat source.
- Brush the grapefruit with melted butter (if using) and sprinkle with sugar.
- Place the grapefruit halves on a roasting pan and then under the broiler.
- Broil, rotating the pan once, until the top becomes hot and bubbly, which usually takes 5 to 10 minutes.
- Serve the broiled grapefruit hot for a refreshing and satisfying treat.
VARIATIONS:
- For a rich and warm sweetness, substitute brown sugar or honey for the granulated sugar.
- Add an exotic twist by sprinkling the grapefruit with shredded coconut and/or very finely minced fresh or crystallized ginger.
Enjoy this delightful Broiled Grapefruit as a refreshing start to your day or a sweet ending to a delicious meal.
Experience the delightful tang of Broiled Grapefruit for breakfast or dessert. This simple and versatile recipe can be served as a flavorful side dish or a refreshing and healthy treat. Customize the dish to your liking by substituting sugar with brown sugar or honey. Additionally, consider experimenting with shredded coconut and finely minced fresh or crystallized ginger for added texture and flavor. The versatility of this recipe extends beyond grapefruit, as you can use oranges, pineapple slices, tangerines, or pomelos for a unique twist.
