Tamarind Agua Fresca
A refreshing Mexican beverage with tart tamarind, subtle lime, and a touch of sugar. Ready in minutes—perfect for hot days or alongside spicy meals.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 78
- Protein
- 1g
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Ingredients
- ½ cup tamarind paste (or concentrate)
- 2 cups water
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 whole lime, juiced
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- 1
Combine tamarind paste, water, and sugar in a blender.
- 2
Blend on high for 30 seconds until smooth and the sugar dissolves.
- 3
Pour through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher, pressing solids.
- 4
Stir in lime juice and taste; adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
- 5
Divide ice between two glasses and pour agua fresca over top.
- 6
Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- blender
- fine-mesh strainer
- pitcher
- spoon
- two glasses
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