LIMEADE/ NAM MANAO

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In very hot weather, this cold, refreshing drink is a welcome relief. It is popular in Thailand, and is a perfect accompaniment to spicy Thai foods such as curry.

Provided by morgainegeiser

Categories     Beverages

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

7 fresh limes (cut in half)
4 cups water
3/4 cup sugar
1 pinch salt
6 lime slices (for garnish)
fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • With your hands or a reamer, squeeze the juice from limes to make 1 cup of lime juice. Set juice and lime rings aside.
  • Pour water into a 2-quart microwavable glass measuring cup. Microwave, uncovered for 6 to 8 minutes on High until almost boiling. Little bubbles will form on the water surface.
  • Add sugar and salt and stir until dissolved. Add lime rinds and let the mixture stand for 10 minutes until cool.
  • Squeeze the remaining juice from the rinds into the limeade through a sieve into a pitcher. Add reserved lime juice and stir well. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • To serve, fill a tall glass with ice and add limeade. Garnish with a slice of lime and a sprig of mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.2, Fat 0.2, Sodium 30.6, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 26.3, Protein 0.6

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