Agua De Fresa is a cool and refreshing Mexican beverage made with fresh strawberries. Served over ice cubes and garnished with a touch of mint or sliced strawberries, it's visually appealing and delicious.
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Agua de fresa, which translates to "strawberry water" in English, is a popular and refreshing beverage that originated in Mexico. The star ingredient is, of course, fresh strawberries!
It's a versatile drink that can be enjoyed on its own as a refreshing treat or paired with a variety of Mexican dishes.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- The perfect drink for hot summer days or any time you need a thirst-quencher.
- his recipe highlights the natural sweetness and vibrant flavor of fresh strawberries.
- With just a handful of ingredients and a blender, you can whip up this strawberry water in no time.
- The amount of sugar added to the recipe can be adjusted according to your personal taste preferences.
- A non-alcoholic drink that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
Ingredients You'll Need
- Fresh Strawberries: The star of the show, fresh strawberries are the main ingredient.
- Granulated Sugar: Added to sweeten the drink and enhance the natural sweetness of the strawberries.
- Cold Water: Serves as the base liquid.
- Lime Juice: Adds a zesty and tangy element, balancing the sweetness of the strawberries.
- Ice Cubes: Not a required ingredient but are often used when serving agua de fresa.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: In a blender, puree the strawberries and sugar until smooth.
Step 2: Add the cold water and lime juice to the blender, and blend until well combined.
Step 3: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher. Discard any solids left in the sieve. Taste the mixture and add more sugar if needed.
Step 4: Chill the aguas frescas in the refrigerator until cold. Serve over ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint or sliced strawberries, if desired.
NOTE: You can print the FULL recipe with all ingredients & detailed instructions below!
Expert Tips
- Choose Ripe and Sweet Strawberries: Opt for fresh, ripe strawberries that are sweet and flavorful. The quality of the strawberries will greatly impact the taste of your agua de fresa.
- Adjust Sugar and Lime Juice to Taste: The sweetness and tartness of strawberries can vary, so taste the puree before adding the sugar and lime juice.
- Strain for a Smooth Texture: Straining the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve will help remove any seeds or solids from the strawberries, resulting in a smoother texture.
- Chill Well Before Serving: Agua de fresa is best served chilled. After preparing the drink, allow it to chill in the refrigerator until it's thoroughly cold.
Variations
- Agua de Fresa con Coco (Strawberry Coconut Water): Replace some of the cold water with coconut water to infuse the drink with a tropical flavor.
- Agua de Fresa con Pepino (Strawberry Cucumber Water): Blend a peeled and seeded cucumber along with the strawberries. The addition of cucumber will bring a subtle and refreshing twist.
- Agua de Fresa con Limón (Strawberry Lemon Water): Swap the lime juice with freshly squeezed lemon juice. Lemon juice will add a slightly different citrusy flavor.
Storing & Freezing
Storing: Transfer the water to a clean, airtight container, such as a pitcher or glass jar. Place the container in the refrigerator and store it for up to 2-3 days.
Freezing: Pour the water into a freezer safe container, leaving some room at the top for expansion as the liquid freezes. Place the container in the freezer and freeze for up to 2-3 months.
Recipe FAQ's
Yes, you can use frozen strawberries if fresh ones are not available.
Blending the strawberry mixture with ice instead of water will create more of a slushy texture.
While freshly squeezed lime juice is recommended for the best flavor, you can use bottled lime juice as a substitute if necessary.
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Agua De Fresa
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- ¼ cup lime juice
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a blender, puree the strawberries and sugar until smooth.
- Add the cold water and lime juice to the blender, and blend until well combined.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher. Discard any solids left in the sieve. Taste the mixture and add more sugar if needed.
- Chill the water in the refrigerator until cold. Serve over ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint or sliced strawberries, if desired.
Notes
- Choose Ripe and Sweet Strawberries: Opt for fresh, ripe strawberries that are sweet and flavorful. The quality of the strawberries will greatly impact the taste of your agua de fresa.
- Adjust Sugar and Lime Juice to Taste: The sweetness and tartness of strawberries can vary, so taste the puree before adding the sugar and lime juice.
- Strain for a Smooth Texture: Straining the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve will help remove any seeds or solids from the strawberries, resulting in a smoother texture.
- Chill Well Before Serving: Agua de fresa is best served chilled. After preparing the drink, allow it to chill in the refrigerator until it's thoroughly cold.
- Storing: Transfer the water to a clean, airtight container, such as a pitcher or glass jar. Place the container in the refrigerator and store it for up to 2-3 days.
- Freezing: Pour the water into a freezer safe container, leaving some room at the top for expansion as the liquid freezes. Place the container in the freezer and freeze for up to 2-3 months.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
Enjoy!
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