Agua De Tamarindo
Dive into the refreshing world of Mexican aguas frescas with this irresistible Agua de Tamarindo recipe! Made from tangy tamarind pods, this traditional drink boasts a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to sunny street markets. By simmering fresh tamarind pulp and blending it with water and a touch of granulated sugar, this recipe creates a naturally bold and invigorating drink that's both satisfying and thirst-quenching. Strained to silky perfection and served over ice, this vibrant beverage is the ultimate way to cool down on a hot day or add an exotic twist to your next gathering. Ready in just 30 minutes and made with simple ingredients, Agua de Tamarindo offers a deliciously authentic taste of Mexican culture.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams tamarind pods
- 8 cups water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the tamarind pods and remove the hard outer shell. Break the tamarind pulp into smaller pieces and discard any visible seeds.
In a medium pot, combine the tamarind pulp and 4 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to help break down the tamarind pulp.
Remove the pot from the heat and allow the tamarind mixture to cool for 10-15 minutes.
Once cooled, use your hands or a spoon to mash and work the tamarind pulp, separating it from the liquid. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing down on the pulp to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the strained solids.
Add the remaining 4 cups of water to the pitcher. Stir in the granulated sugar, adjusting to taste if needed. Mix until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Refrigerate the Agua De Tamarindo for at least 30 minutes to chill, or serve immediately over ice cubes.
Pour the drink into glasses, add ice cubes if desired, and enjoy your refreshing Agua De Tamarindo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1360 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 128 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 356.2 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 297.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1308 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
