How To Make Chicha Morada At Home | Delicious Peruvian Drink | Kitchen Treks Ep. 25

purple corn

🥗Healthier: blue corn

💰Cheaper: white corn

Blue corn offers similar flavor and color, while white corn is more accessible.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor profile.

pineapple

🥗Healthier: mango

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Mango provides a tropical taste, while canned pineapple is budget-friendly.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon adds acidity, while vinegar is a cost-effective alternative.

Boil 8 cups of water in a large pot over medium heat.

Add 1/2 (15-ounce) maiz morada (purple corn) and cook until the corn is tender.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Strain the mixture to separate the liquid from the corn.

In a blender, combine the strained liquid with 1 small pineapple, 1 Granny Smith apple, and juice from 1 lime.

Add 2-3 cloves and 2 cinnamon sticks, then blend until smooth.

Sweeten with 3/4 cup panela, chancaca, granulated sugar, or brown sugar to taste and blend again.

Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Serve over ice.

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