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Chá de manga

A fruity drink made by blending mango flesh with sweetened water and a squeeze of lemon. Very refreshing, it is enjoyed iced, especially during the hot season in Mozambique.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

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Nutrition facts

252 kcal per serving

Protein
1.4 g
Carbohydrates
52.4 g
of which sugars
49.1 g
Fat
2.7 g
Fiber
3.6 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Peel the mangoes and cut the flesh away from the stone.
  2. Heat 300 ml of water with the sugar until fully dissolved, then let it cool.
  3. Blend the mango flesh with the cooled syrup and the lemon juice.
  4. Add the rest of the cold water and mix well.
  5. Strain through a sieve if you want a smoother texture.
  6. Serve well chilled with ice cubes.

Variations and tips

Mint version. Add a few fresh mint leaves to the blender for a fresher flavour.

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