Agua de tamarindo is a classic Mexican agua fresca made from tamarind pods, water, and sugar. It has a sweet, sour, earthy flavor that is deeply refreshing when served cold.
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Ingredients
- 12 tamarind pods, or 1 cup tamarind pulp
- 8 cups water
- 1/2 to 1 cup sugar, adjusted to taste
- Ice for serving
How to Make Agua de Tamarindo
- Peel the tamarind pods and remove any hard strings.
- Add tamarind and 4 cups water to a pot.
- Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the pulp softens.
- Mash the tamarind to release the flavor.
- Strain through a fine sieve, pressing out the liquid.
- Add remaining water.
- Sweeten to taste.
- Chill and serve over ice.
Shortcut Method
Use tamarind paste or pulp instead of pods. Mix with warm water, strain if needed, sweeten, and chill.
Tips
- Tamarind can be very tart, so adjust sugar gradually.
- Add more water if the flavor is too strong.
- Serve very cold.
- Add lime juice for extra brightness.
Agua de tamarindo is sweet, tart, and refreshing. It is a simple Mexican drink that turns tamarind into a flavorful agua fresca for hot days.