Best 5 Agua De Tamarindo Recipes
Embark on a culinary journey to tantalize your taste buds with the refreshing and flavorful Agua de Tamarindo. Originating from the vibrant streets of Mexico, this traditional beverage is a delightful blend of sweet, sour, and tangy notes. Made with tamarind pulp, water, sugar, and a hint of spices, Agua de Tamarindo offers a unique taste experience that is both invigorating and satisfying. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or a modern twist with additional ingredients like lime, mint, or chia seeds, this versatile drink has something to offer everyone. Discover the ease of preparing this beverage at home with our collection of carefully curated recipes, ranging from basic to adventurous. Quench your thirst and immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Agua de Tamarindo, a true testament to the wonders of Mexican cuisine.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
TAMARIND AGUA FRESCA
This is another favorite agua fresca drink of mine. The tamarind has a sweet and sour kind of taste to it. You can find tamarind concentrate in most Mexican or Asian markets. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.
Provided by Sherbear1
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Fill glasses with ice. Combine water, tamarind concentrate, and sugar in a pitcher; stir until sugar is dissolved. Pour over ice and garnish with orange and lime slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 10.7 mg, Sugar 20.6 g
AGUA DE TAMARINDO
Steps:
- Peel the tamarind pods by hand and discard the outer shell. It's okay if there are still little bits of shell stuck to the flesh, as the beverage will be strained.
- Put the tamarind flesh in a saucepan, seeds and all. Add the water, place over medium heat, and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pulp is very soft, about 45 minutes.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing the solids with the back of a wooden spoon to extract as much liquid and tamarind pulp as possible. Add the sugar and stir until it dissolves. Taste and add a little more sugar if you like. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until completely chilled. Serve over ice.
AGUA DE TAMARINDO
A great way to use tamarind pods! A Mexican recipe adapted from Rick Bayless's book "Authentic Mexican". I have also discovered the tamarind is used throughout much of Africa! Now, having said that, tamarinds are also grown and widely popular in the tropics, so this could also be classed as a Caribbean recipe!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Beverages
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Bring 1 quart of water to a boil then add the pods and the sugar and stir continuously while the mixture boils for one minute. Pour into a glass or stainless steel bowl and steep for about 2 hours. This time may be as little as 1 hour for very fresh pods and 2 1/2 hours for older pods.
- Use your hand or a spoon and break up the softened pods to free the pulp and the seeds.
- To finish:.
- Strain the mixture through a sieve pressing on the pod solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Taste for strength and sweetness. If it is too potent, add water or if too tart add more sugar. Cover and refrigerate until time to serve. Stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.3, Sodium 1.4, Carbohydrate 27.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 27.2, Protein 0.1
MEXICAN TAMARIND COOLER (AGUA DE TAMARINDO)
Aguas frescas, mainly made of fruit in season, are so popular in Mexico, that you'll see more agua fresca stands than taco eateries in any Mexican community. Noon meals on family tables are always accompanied by these delicious fruit "ades". Tamarind "water" is one of the most popular.
Provided by Mexi-Rosie
Categories Beverages
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Unpeel the fresh tamarind pods.
- Scrape any remaining peel bits under running water,.
- Bring unpeeled tamarind to boil in some of the recipe water.
- Simmer for about 3 min.
- Let cool and with hands get the pits out.
- Process unpitted pulp in blender.
- Sweeten remainding water.
- Mix everything together.
- Sieve for any remaining pulp threads or peel bits.
- Chill and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.9, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 14, Carbohydrate 55.2, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 53.7, Protein 0.8
AGUA DE TAMARINDO (TAMARIND WATER)
The tamarind tree from India produces a fuzzy, pod-shaped fruit with a sticky, earth-colored pulp that has a tart flavor. When mixed with sugar or chile, the pulp is eaten as a snack, but when combined with sweetened water it becomes one of Mexico's favorite beverages to serve with antojitos or grilled meats. The three- to four-inch pods are available in specialty Mexican markets.
Provided by Honey Sweet
Categories Beverages
Time 2h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Wash the tamarinds and soak in 4 cups (32 fl oz/1 l) hot water for 2 hours.
- After the tamarinds have soaked, reach into the bowl and rub them against each other for at least 5 minutes to obtain as much pulp as possible, about 2 cups.
- Strain the liquid into a pitcher, dilute with 6 cups (48 fl oz/1.5 l) cold water and sweeten to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.7, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 19, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 33, Protein 1
Tips:
- Choose ripe tamarinds for the best flavor. Look for pods that are dark brown and slightly wrinkled.
- If you can't find fresh tamarinds, you can use frozen or dried tamarinds. Just be sure to soak them in hot water for at least 30 minutes before using.
- Use a fine-mesh strainer to remove any seeds or pulp from the tamarind water.
- Sweeten the tamarind water to taste. You can use sugar, honey, or agave nectar.
- Serve tamarind water chilled or at room temperature. It's a refreshing drink for any occasion.
Conclusion:
Agua de tamarindo is a delicious and refreshing drink that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful drink, give agua de tamarindo a try. You won't be disappointed!
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