Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 unit

limes

quartered

0.33 cup

sugar

3 tbsp

sweetened condensed milk

5 cup

water

cold

Step 1
~1 min

Combine quartered limes, sugar, and sweetened condensed milk in a blender.

Step 2
~1 min

Add 4 cups of cold water.

Step 3
~1 min

Blend on high speed until limes are slightly chopped.

Step 4
~1 min

Strain the mixture into a pitcher.

Step 5
~1 min

Pour an additional 1 cup of water through the strainer over the lime pieces to extract residual sugar and juice.

Step 6
~1 min

Strain out the lime rinds to prevent bitterness.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference.

For a more intense lime flavor, use the zest of one lime.

Serve chilled.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a few hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a refreshing drink on a hot day.

Pair with Brazilian appetizers.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)
Coxinha (Chicken Croquettes)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Brazil

Cultural Significance

A popular and refreshing drink in Brazil, often enjoyed during warm weather.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Carnival
Summer parties

Occasion Tags

Summer
Party
Refreshment
Outdoor Gathering

Popularity Score

85/100

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