Melon-and-Strawberry Salad with Spicy Lemongrass Syrup

1. 1

   Set a medium bowl in a large bowl filled with ice.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the lemongrass, chiles, lime zest and sugar with 1 cup of water and bring to boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.

3. 3

   Simmer until slightly thickened, about 8 minutes.

4. 4

   Transfer to the ice water bath and let chill for 15 minutes.

5. 5

   In a large bowl, toss the strawberries with the melon and mint.

6. 6

   Strain the cooled lemongrass syrup over the fruit and toss gently.

7. 7

   Refrigerate just until slightly chilled.

8. 8

   In a bowl, stir the ginger into the creme fraiche.

9. 9

   Spoon the fruit salad into bowls, top with a dollop of the ginger cream and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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