Lulada

🧂 Ingredients

• 6 large Lulo fruits
• 100g Granulated sugar(adjust to taste)
• 2 cups (approx. 480ml) Cold water
• as needed Ice cubes

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Lulo: Carefully peel the fuzzy outer skin from the lulo fruits. Cut the fruits in half and scoop out the pulp and seeds into a blender. You should have about 2 cups of lulo pulp. Reserve a few small pieces of the lulo pulp for garnish if desired.

   ⏱️ 10 minutes
2. 2

   Blend the Lulo: Add the lulo pulp to the blender. Add the granulated sugar and 1 cup of the cold water. Pulse the blender a few times until the lulo is broken down but still has some texture; avoid blending it completely smooth. The mixture should be thick and slightly pulpy.

   ⏱️ 3 minutes
3. 3

   Adjust Consistency and Sweetness: Add the remaining 1 cup of cold water to the blender and pulse briefly to combine. Taste the mixture and add more sugar if you prefer it sweeter, blending for a few more seconds. If the mixture is too thick, add a little more water until you reach your desired consistency.

   ⏱️ 3 minutes
4. 4

   Serve: Fill serving glasses generously with crushed or cubed ice. Pour the lulada mixture over the ice. If reserved, add a few small pieces of lulo pulp to each glass for visual appeal and texture.

   ⏱️ 4 minutes

💡 Pro Tips

• ✓For a chunkier texture, use a fork to mash the lulo pulp before blending, or pulse the blender very briefly.
• ✓Lulada is best served immediately to enjoy its refreshing qualities.
• ✓This drink is a beloved specialty in Cali and the broader Valle del Cauca region of Colombia.

🔄 Variations

• For a sweeter lulada, increase the amount of sugar to 150g or more.
• For a smoother consistency, blend the lulo pulp and water until completely smooth, then stir in the sugar.
• Add a splash of lime juice for extra tartness.
• For an alcoholic version, add a shot of white rum to each glass.

🥗 Nutrition

Per serving