Mexican Food Recipe: Watermelon Agua Fresca

This refreshing drink is served by roadside vendors all over Mexico. Not too much fruit, not too much sugar, just a beautiful way to quench your thirst on a summer day. Its a Mexican Food.

 

Ingredients

=10 cups cubed seeded watermelon, (about 6 pounds with the rind), divided

=1 cup water, divided

=1/3 cup sugar, divided

=1/4 cup fresh lime juice

=1 liter (4 cups) club soda, or seltzer water, well chilled

=Lime slices, for garnish

 

Preparation

=Combine half the watermelon, half the water and half the sugar in a blender; puree. Pour through a coarse strainer into a large container. Repeat with the remaining watermelon, water and sugar. Stir in lime juice. Refrigerate until well chilled, about 4 hours.

=To serve, stir in club soda (or seltzer) and garnish with lime.

 

Tips & Notes

=Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 1, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

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