COMO PREPARAR TEPACHE DE PIÑA

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: cinnamon sticks

💰Cheaper: ground cinnamon

Ground cinnamon is more accessible and less expensive.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence is a more affordable option.

Wash the pineapple peels thoroughly and ensure they are disinfected.

Cut the pineapple peels into smaller pieces.

Combine the pineapple peels and 1.5 liters of water in a large container.

Add approximately 1 cup of molasses to the container, adjusting to taste.

Cover the container with a clean cloth or towel and let it sit at room temperature for 2-4 days, stirring occasionally.

Check the mixture after 1 day to see if it is sweet enough; add more molasses if desired.

After 3 days, strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve to remove the solids.

Serve the tepache over ice.

Cooking Techniques

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