Mangonada is the refreshing Mexican drink made with frozen mango, chamoy sauce, and lime juice. This tangy and salty drink is enhanced by Tajin seasoning and tamarind candy sticks, resulting in a tart and chile-lime flavor that's ready in less than 5 minutes!
Mangonada Ingredients:
For the Blended Mixture:
- 16 oz. Frozen mango (adds natural sweetness and creamy texture)
- 12 oz. Mango nectar (enhances mango flavor and sweetness)
- 1 Cup Ice (creates a thick, slushy consistency)
- 1 Lime, juiced (adds tartness and balances sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons Sugar (adjust to taste)
For the Glass Rim and Garnish:
- 3 tablespoon Chamoy sauce (sweet, salty, sour, and spicy condiment)
- 2 tablespoons Tajin seasoning (chili-lime-salt blend for a spicy kick)
- Tamarind candy sticks (sweet-sour straws for sipping and flavor)
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How to Make a Mangonada
My easy mangonada recipe combines sweet mango with chamoy for a smoothie-like consistency that's perfect for beating the heat. Try this favorite summer drink, also known as chamoyada or chili-mango smoothie, and discover why mangonadas have become so popular worldwide!
Blend the Mixture
- In a blender, combine frozen mango, mango nectar, ice, lime juice, and sugar.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
Prepare the Glasses
Dip the rims of your serving glasses into chamoy sauce, then into Tajin seasoning to coat.
Assemble
- Drizzle chamoy sauce inside the glasses.
- Pour the blended mango mixture into the glasses.
- Add tamarind candy straws or optional garnishes like mango slices or lime wedges.
Serve
Enjoy immediately!
Sarah's Tips
Too Thick? Add a splash of water or more mango nectar to reach your desired consistency.
No Tamarind Sticks? Use regular straws and serve with a side of tamarind paste for dipping.
Make It Kid-Friendly: Skip the Tajin and use a sweet rim like sugar or coconut flakes.
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Why I love this mangonada recipe:
- Perfect Flavor Balance: Sweet, tangy, spicy, and salty flavors come together in one refreshing drink.
- Unique Ingredients: Tamarind candy sticks and Tajin seasoning add depth and complexity to the drink.
- Quick & Easy: Ready in just 5 minutes with simple ingredients.
- Customizable: Adjust the sweetness, spice, or garnishes to suit your taste.
Variations:
Customize your mangonada with these fun twists:
- Strawberry Mangonada: Blend frozen mango, diced strawberries, lime juice, chamoy sauce, and ice.
- Piña Colada Mangonada: Add coconut cream and pineapple juice to the classic recipe.
- Watermelon Mangonada: Blend frozen mango, diced watermelon, lime juice, chamoy sauce, and ice.
Boozy Variations:
- Spicy Mango Margarita Mangonada: Add tequila and orange liqueur to the blend.
- Mangonada Michelada: Mix beer with chamoy sauce and Tajin seasoning for a savory twist.
- Mango Rum Slushies: Use rum instead of tequila and add coconut cream for extra creaminess.
How to Make This Recipe Lower in Sugar
- Use fresh mango instead of frozen (to avoid added sugars).
- Swap granulated sugar for natural sweeteners like honey or agave nectar.
- Use less chamoy sauce or choose a reduced-sugar brand.
- Skip the tamarind candy stick and garnish with fresh fruit slices instead.
- Add extra lime juice for tartness to balance sweetness.
Ways to Use Leftover Mangonada
- Freeze into Popsicles: Pour into molds for a refreshing treat.
- Make a Smoothie Bowl: Blend with yogurt and top with granola and fresh fruit.
- Use as a Marinade: Perfect for chicken or pork with its sweet, salty, and spicy flavors.
Recipe Tips
- Use ripe, juicy mangoes for the best flavor and texture.
- Balance tartness and sweetness by adjusting lime juice and sugar to taste.
- Use chilled ingredients for a refreshing, slushy texture.
Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:
A tamarind candy stick, often coated in chili powder, is used as a straw to enhance the drink's flavor.
Chamoy is a Mexican condiment made from pickled fruit (like apricots or plums), lime or lemon juice, chili powder, sugar, and salt.
There's no difference-both terms refer to the same delicious drink made with mango, lime juice, and chamoy sauce.
Ingredients
- 16 Ounces (16 Ounces) Frozen mango
- 12 Ounces (12 Ounces) Mango nectar
- 1 Cup (236 ⅗ g) Ice
- 1 Lime (1 Lime) juiced
- 3 tablespoon (3 tablespoon) Chamoy sauce
- 2 tablespoon (2 tablespoon) Sugar
- 2 tablespoon (2 tablespoon) tajin seasoning
- Tamarind candy sticks tamarind straws
Instructions
- Start by combining frozen mango, mango nectar, ice, lime juice and sugar in a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.16 Ounces Frozen mango, 12 Ounces Mango nectar, 1 Cup (236 ⅗ g) Ice, 1 Lime juiced, 2 tbsp Sugar
- Dip the rims of your serving glass into Chamoy sauce and then into Tajin seasoning to create a flavorful rim for your glasses.3 tbsp Chamoy sauce, 2 tbsp tajin seasoning
- Drizzle some sauce on the inside of each glass.
- Carefully pour the blended mango mixture.
- Insert tamarind candy straws or other garnishes such as mango slices or lime into each glass.Tamarind candy sticks
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
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I am Sarah Mock. Welcome!
Sarah Mock is a classically trained Chef and graduate of Johnson & Wales University. A culinary blogger for 16 years Sarah helps the home cook prepare her recipes with professional results.
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