Mangonada
A refreshing Mexican drink made with vibrant mango flavor, tangy lime, and a kick of chamoy, perfect for hot summer days.
Ingredients
For the Rim
- ½ cup chamoy (divided) Used to rim the glasses
- ⅓ cup Tajin chili lime seasoning Used to rim the glasses
For the Mangonada
- 16 oz mango chunks (frozen) For the smoothie base
- 1 cup mango nectar or juice Adds sweetness
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice For tanginess
- 2 tablespoons sugar To taste
- 1 cup ice For blending
- 1 fresh mango cut into small chunks for topping For garnish
- 2 pieces Tamarind candy straws (optional) For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Pour a little chamoy and Tajin into two small saucers. Dip the rims of the glasses first into the chamoy and then into the Tajin.
- In a blender, combine the frozen mango chunks, mango nectar or juice, lime juice, sugar, and ice. Blend until smooth. It will have the consistency between a smoothie and a sorbet.
- Swirl some chamoy on the insides of two 16oz glasses.
- Pour the mango mixture into the glasses.
- Top with chopped mango, a drizzle of chamoy, and a sprinkle of Tajin.
- Serve with a tamarind straw.
Notes
Serve with extra chamoy on the side and additional toppings like whipped cream or fruit pieces if desired.