Watermelon, Strawberry and Tequila Agua Fresca (Giada De Laurentiis) |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
2 pounds cubed watermelon (about 6 cups) |
4 cups diced stemmed strawberries (measured from 1 1/2 pounds) |
3/4 cup sugar |
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt |
1 cup silver tequila |
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice (from 1 large lime), plus extra as needed |
3 whole strawberries, halved |
6 lime wedges |
six 1-inch cubes watermelon |
Directions:
1. Toss the watermelon, diced strawberries, sugar and salt in a large bowl to blend. Let stand until the sugar dissolves and a syrup forms, stirring occasionally, at least 15 minutes and up to 30 minutes.
2. Working in batches, puree the fruit mixture with the tequila and 2 teaspoons of the lime juice, combining each batch in a large pitcher. Stir to blend. Add more lime juice if desired. Refrigerate until very cold, at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours.
3. For the garnish: Thread 1 strawberry, 1 lime wedge and 1 watermelon cube onto 6 skewers. Divide the agua fresca among 6 chilled glasses. Stick a skewer with garnishes into each drink and serve.
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