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Guatemalan "Ponche" with Gama and Seño Janet

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Guatemalan Ponche

Cultural Context

Ponche is a traditional Guatemalan drink often enjoyed during festive occasions, particularly around Christmas and New Year's. This warm fruit punch is a celebration of local fruits and spices, embodying the rich agricultural heritage of Guatemala. Families often gather to share this comforting beverage, which varies in ingredients based on seasonal availability. Today, Ponche has found its way into celebrations beyond Guatemala, cherished for its sweet and aromatic flavors.

GuatemalanGTdrink
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 papaya (diced)
1 pineapple (diced)
6 plantains (diced)
4 sm/2 lg apples (diced)
1 coconut (diced)
3/4 cup raisins (diced)
6 md plums (diced)
4 tbs cinnamon
4-6 cups of sugar
3/4 cup of dried hibiscus
20 cups water

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

pineapple

🥗Healthier: mango

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Canned pineapple is often more affordable and convenient.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence provides a similar flavor at a lower cost.

cinnamon sticks

🥗Healthier: ground cinnamon

💰Cheaper: cinnamon powder

Ground cinnamon is easier to measure and mix.

1

Dice all the fruit into small pieces.

2

Once the water is hot, but not boiling, add the fruit and hibiscus.

3

Then add sugar to taste.

4

Bring to a rolling boil for 30 minutes.

5

Stir occasionally.

6

Serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

infusingsimmering

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

sulfites

Also Known As

Ponche de FrutasGuatemalan Fruit Punch

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