Mangonada Boba Recipe (Chamoyada) Recipe
A refreshing Mangonada Boba Recipe combines sweet mango puree, tangy limeade, spicy chamoy, and chewy boba pearls soaked in a sweet sugar bath. This vibrant chamoyada is perfect for a cooling, flavorful treat with a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Boba Pearls
- ¼ cup boba pearls
- ¼ cup dark brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup hot water (around 190°F)
Mangonada
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar (to taste)
- 2 mint leaves (sliced)
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 lb frozen mango
- 1 tablespoon Tajin seasoning
- ¼ cup Chamoy sauce
Instructions
- Cook the boba pearls: In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the boba pearls. Stir occasionally and wait until the boba floats to the top. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes. Turn off heat and let the boba sit covered for another 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain the boba.
- Prepare the sugar bath: In a heat-proof bowl, combine ¼ cup hot water, ¼ cup dark brown sugar, and ¼ cup granulated sugar. Stir until dissolved. Add the cooked boba to this mixture and allow them to steep for 25 minutes so the sugar penetrates.
- Make the limeade: In a cup or small bowl, mix lime juice, sugar, cold water, and sliced mint leaves. Use a muddler or spoon to press the mint leaves gently to release their flavor into the mixture.
- Blend the mango and limeade: In a blender, add the frozen mango and the limeade mixture (you may strain out the mint leaves if you prefer a clear drink). Blend until smooth and pureed.
- Assemble the drink: Coat the inside of your serving glass with chamoy sauce. Run a lime wedge around the rim and dip it into Tajin seasoning to coat. Add the sugar-steeped boba pearls, pour the mango limeade over the boba, and finish with a drizzle of chamoy and a sprinkle of Tajin on top. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use frozen mango for a thicker, chilled texture without adding ice.
- If you don’t have Tajin, a mixture of chili powder and a bit of salt can be substituted.
- Letting boba soak in the sugar bath overnight improves sweetness and chewiness further.
- Muddling mint gently releases flavor without bitterness.
- The drink can be adjusted to taste by varying lime juice or sugar amounts.
