How to Make the Perfect Agua de Mango Mango Agua Fresca
Mexican · Easy · 10 min · 4 servings
Agua de Mango is a luscious tropical Mexican drink made with fresh ripe mango blended to silky perfection with cold water, lime juice, and a pinch of chili powder for that authentic Mexican street food experience. This vibrant mango agua fresca recipe is sweet, tangy, and irresistibly tropical making it perfect for hot summer days.
Why this recipe works
This Agua de Mango Mango Agua Fresca recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 10 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 90 calories with 1g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 3 cups fresh ripe mango chunks peeled and pitted
- 3 cups cold water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon chili powder optional
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Blend the Mango
Add mango chunks and 1.5 cups of cold water to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth and velvety with no chunks remaining.
Step 2: Strain and Transfer
Pour blended mango through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher pressing well to extract maximum juice. For a thicker drink you can skip straining.
Step 3: Mix the Agua Fresca
Stir in the remaining cold water, lime juice, sugar, and chili powder if using. Mix until the sugar dissolves and all ingredients are well combined.
Step 4: Serve with Flair
Rim glasses with chili salt if desired by rubbing a lime wedge around the edge and dipping in a mixture of salt and chili powder. Pour over ice and serve.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- fresh mango → frozen mango chunks blended directly from frozen for an even thicker and slushier agua fresca
- chili powder → Tajin seasoning which adds a perfect blend of chili lime and salt for authentic Mexican flavor
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using underripe or fibrous mango that produces a stringy texture and sour flavor that no amount of sugar can fix
- Adding too much chili powder at once making the drink overly spicy so always start with a small amount and taste gradually
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 90 calories, 1g protein, 22g carbs, 0g fat, 2g fiber.
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