How to make Chamoy for Mangonada (Sweet and Tangy Sauce/Syrup)

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Dried Hibiscus Flowers (also called flor de jamaica, loosely packed)
• 1/2 cup Dried Prunes (pitted, roughly chopped)
• 1/2 cup Dried Apricots (pitted, roughly chopped)
• 1/4 cup Dried Mango (optional, adds extra sweetness)
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp Salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp Chili Powder (optional for mild heat)
• 1/2 tsp Dried Chili (Chile de Árbol) (optional for extra heat)
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper (optional)
• 3 cup Water (for boiling the fruit and hibiscus)
• 2 tbsp Key Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tbsp Tamarind Paste (optional, adds chewiness and tang)

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients

   Gather all dried fruits, hibiscus, sugar, salts, spices, and lime. Peel and seed the optional dried mango, and roughly chop the plums, apricots, and hibiscus.

   Time: PT10M

2. Combine Ingredients in Saucepan

   Add water, hibiscus, dried plums, apricots, optional mango, sugar, salt, chili powder, dried chili, and black pepper to the nonstick saucepan.

   Time: PT2M

3. Boil and Simmer

   Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to medium‑low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

   Time: PT20M

4. Taste and Adjust Sweetness/Salinity

   Remove the saucepan from heat and taste the broth. Add a pinch more salt or a half‑tablespoon of sugar if needed.

   Time: PT2M

5. Blend the Hot Mixture

   Carefully transfer the hot mixture to the blender in small batches. Blend on low for a few seconds, then on high for 3–4 minutes until completely smooth.

   Time: PT5M

6. Return to Saucepan and Cook Briefly

   Pour the blended puree back into the saucepan and simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.

   Time: PT4M

7. Add Lime and Optional Tamarind

   Stir in key lime juice and, if using, tamarind paste. Taste and adjust acidity with more lime or sweetness with a little extra sugar.

   Time: PT2M

8. Cool and Store

   Allow the chamoy to cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a clean glass mason jar. Refrigerate before use.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

30

Protein

0g

Carbohydrates

8g

Fat

0g

Fiber

0.5g