By Becky Hardin
Published Apr 15, 2021
Sweet, spicy, tart, and salty, these non-alcoholic Mexican mangonadas are a real treat! I never miss the alcohol with this delicious frozen mango drink since it has so much flavor going on. The sweetness of the mango paired with spicy and fruity chamoy, tajin, and tamarind candies can’t be beat. It’s the perfect Cinco de Mayo drink for adults and adventurous kiddos alike!
Cinco de Mayo is one of my favorite holidays, and this year I’m going to be sipping on a lot of these mangonadas! Bursting with flavor, they are the perfect blend of sweet and spicy, and I love the bold and vibrant color. This is one delicious and grown-up mocktail, you really won’t miss the booze, though, you can easily spike it if you wish. It’s perfectly refreshing and each sip pops!
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- ▢ 4 cups frozen mango
- ▢ 1 cup cold water
- ▢ ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ▢ ⅓ cup fresh lime juice
- ▢ Chamoy juice for serving (click for example)
- ▢ Tajin seasoning (click for example)
- ▢ 2 cups crushed ice
- ▢ 1 cup diced fresh mango
- ▢ 6 slices fresh mango
- ▢ Tamarind straw lollipops (click for example)
- ▢ Pulparindo candies cut into pieces (click for example)
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Instructions
- Add the frozen mango, water, sugar and lime juice to a blender and blend until smooth. 4 cups frozen mango, 1 cup cold water, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, ⅓ cup fresh lime juice
- Pour a ¼ cup of the chamoy onto a plate and sprinkle ¼ cup of the tajin onto a separate plate. Chamoy juice for serving, Tajin seasoning
- Dip the rim of the glass into the chamoy then dip it into the tajin to coat.
- Add a drizzle of the chamoy to the bottom of the cups and drizzle it around the sides of the cups then add some crushed ice. 2 cups crushed ice
- Fill the cup halfway with the mango drink, being careful not to mess up the decorations.
- Sprinkle in the diced mango in a layer, pour in some more chamoy and sprinkle in some tajin then fill the rest of the glass with the mango drink. 1 cup diced fresh mango
- Once filled, drizzle on some more chamoy and add a dash of tajin. Then add a few slices of mango to the top along with some lollipop straws and a few pieces of cut up pulparindo candies. 6 slices fresh mango, Tamarind straw lollipops, Pulparindo candies
- Repeat the process with the remaining mango drink and serve immediately.
Becky’s Tips
- Mango: I like frozen mango for a thick and creamy mangonada, but fresh will also work. Just add more ice. I like to garnish the drinks with fresh mango, too!
- Chamoy Juice: This spicy Mexican condiment is made from fruits like plums, apricots, and mangoes, but each recipe is different. It also contains chilies and it’s both sweet and spicy in flavor. It’s perfect for adding a little extra sweet and spicy flavor!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Mangonadas Step by Step
Blend the Mango: Add 4 cups of frozen mango, 1 cup of cold water, ⅓ cup of granulated sugar, and ⅓ cup of fresh lime juice to a blender and blend until smooth.
Rim the Glasses: Pour ¼ cup of the chamoy onto a plate and sprinkle ¼ cup of the tajin onto a separate plate. Dip the rim of the glass into the chamoy then dip it into the tajin to coat.
Drizzle the Chamoy: Add a drizzle of the chamoy to the bottom of the cups and drizzle it around the sides of the cups then add some crushed ice.
Fill the Cup: Fill the cup halfway with the mango drink, being careful not to mess up the decorations.
Layer the Drink: Sprinkle in 1 cup of diced mango in a layer, pour in some more chamoy and sprinkle in some tajin then fill the rest of the glass with the mango drink.
Garnish and Serve: Once filled, drizzle on some more chamoy and add a dash of tajin. Then add 6 slices of mango to the top along with some tamarind lollipop straws and a few pieces of cut up pulparindo candies. Repeat the process with the remaining mango drink and serve immediately.
Tips for Success
- These mangonadas are best enjoyed immediately so that the ice doesn’t dilute the drink.
- You can make the pureed mango ahead of time and keep it in the freezer. Take it out 20 to 30 minutes before you want to pour the drinks.
- The mango should be thick and iced so don’t let it thaw out if you are able.
- Make this a cocktail (Mangonada Margarita!) by adding 1 shot of reposado tequila to each drink.
Serving Suggestions
These mangonadas are one of my favorite drinks to serve on Cinco de Mayo! They taste delicious with my famous white queso dip , street corn nachos , or chimichangas !
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Mangonada Recipe (Frozen Mangonadas)
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen mango
- 1 cup cold water
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup fresh lime juice
- Chamoy juice for serving (click for example)
- Tajin seasoning (click for example)
- 2 cups crushed ice
- 1 cup diced fresh mango
- 6 slices fresh mango
- Tamarind straw lollipops (click for example)
- Pulparindo candies cut into pieces (click for example)
Instructions
- Add the frozen mango, water, sugar and lime juice to a blender and blend until smooth. 4 cups frozen mango, 1 cup cold water, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, ⅓ cup fresh lime juice
- Pour a ¼ cup of the chamoy onto a plate and sprinkle ¼ cup of the tajin onto a separate plate. Chamoy juice for serving, Tajin seasoning
- Dip the rim of the glass into the chamoy then dip it into the tajin to coat.
- Add a drizzle of the chamoy to the bottom of the cups and drizzle it around the sides of the cups then add some crushed ice. 2 cups crushed ice
- Fill the cup halfway with the mango drink, being careful not to mess up the decorations.
- Sprinkle in the diced mango in a layer, pour in some more chamoy and sprinkle in some tajin then fill the rest of the glass with the mango drink. 1 cup diced fresh mango
- Once filled, drizzle on some more chamoy and add a dash of tajin. Then add a few slices of mango to the top along with some lollipop straws and a few pieces of cut up pulparindo candies. 6 slices fresh mango, Tamarind straw lollipops, Pulparindo candies
- Repeat the process with the remaining mango drink and serve immediately.
Video
Notes
- Mango: I like frozen mango for a thick and creamy mangonada, but fresh will also work. Just add more ice. I like to garnish the drinks with fresh mango, too!
- Chamoy Juice: This spicy Mexican condiment is made from fruits like plums, apricots, and mangoes, but each recipe is different. It also contains chilies and it’s both sweet and spicy in flavor. It’s perfect for adding a little extra sweet and spicy flavor!
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
