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Agua de Mango

A light and refreshing Mexican agua fresca made with fresh mangoes, lime juice, and water, naturally sweetened for a perfect summer beverage.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 ripe mangoes about 2 pounds total, any variety
  • 4 cups filtered water
  • Juice of 2 fresh limes about 1/4 cup
  • 2 tablespoons sugar or honey adjusted to taste
  • Pinch of sea salt

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp chef's knife
  • Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
  • Large pitcher
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon
  • Glasses for serving

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry the mangoes under cool running water and pat dry.
  2. Slice each mango cheek away from the pit, then score the flesh in a crosshatch pattern.
  3. Scoop the scored mango flesh into the blender using a spoon and scrape any remaining flesh from the pits.
  4. Add 4 cups filtered water and the juice of 2 limes to the blender.
  5. Blend on high for 60 to 90 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth.
  6. Pour the puree through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher, pressing gently to extract liquid.
  7. Taste the strained liquid and stir in sugar or honey and a pinch of sea salt until dissolved and balanced.
  8. Refrigerate the pitcher for at least 30 minutes until well chilled.
  9. Serve over ice in glasses and garnish with lime wheels or mango slices if desired.

Notes

Best served within 24 hours. Leftover mixture can be frozen into ice cubes for smoothies or cocktails.