MEXICAN - AGUA FRESCA

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I love Agua Frescas, Mexican fruit beverages. This recipe is from Whats4eats. These refreshing beverages are typically served from large barrel-shaped glass containers. The lime juice adds a lovely tartness to the drink making it more refreshing. Some of the more traditional varieties are watermelon, cantaloupe and...

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 c strawberries, chopped coarsely (strawberry agua fresca)
3 c melon, honey, chopped coarsely (honey melon agua fresca)
3 c cantaloupes, chopped coarsely (cantaloupe agua fresca)
3 c papayas, chopped coarsely (papaya agua fresca)
3 c watermelon, chopped coarsely (watermelon agua fresca)
3 c cucumbers, peeled, seeded (cucumber agua fresca)
6 - 8 c water
1/2 - 3/4 c sugar, white
1/4 c lime juice (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Add the 3 cups of fruit (your choice from ones listed) and 2-3 cups of the water to a blender and puree until smooth.
  • 2. Strain through a sieve into a large pitcher.
  • 3. Add the rest of water, 1/2 cup of sugar and the lime juice.
  • 4. Stir well and add more water and sugar if needed.
  • 5. Serve well chilled.

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