Agua Fresca Recipe
Make Agua Fresca Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Fruits
Liquid
Sweetener
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Watermelon
Cut the watermelon into small cubes and remove any seeds. You should have about 4 cups of diced watermelon.
- 2
Juicing the Limes
Cut the limes in half and use a juicer or your hands to extract the juice. Set aside the juice.
- 3
Mint Preparation
Rinse the fresh mint leaves under cool water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a towel.
Blending
- 4
Blend Watermelon
In a blender, combine the diced watermelon and 2 cups of water. Blend until smooth.
- 5
Mix Ingredients
Add the lime juice, honey or agave nectar, and the remaining 2 cups of water to the blender. Blend again until all ingredients are well mixed.
- 6
Add Mint
Add the fresh mint leaves to the blender and pulse a few times to incorporate them into the mixture without completely shredding them.
Serving
- 7
Strain (Optional)
If you prefer a smoother texture, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the pulp. This step is optional.
- 8
Serve
Pour the Agua Fresca into glasses over ice. Garnish with additional mint leaves or lime slices if desired.
