Ponche Navideno Recipe

Name: Ponche Navideno
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 quarts water; 2 (6-inch) pieces canela, cut into pieces; 8 ounces tejocotes, left whole; 6 large guavas, peeled and cut into large bite-size pieces; 2 Gala, Fuji, or Golden Delicious apples, peeled, cored, and cut into large bite-size pieces; 2 (4-inch) pieces sugarcane, peeled and cut into pieces; 1 cup pitted prunes, halved lengthwise; 1/2 cup dark raisins; 5 long tamarind pods, peeled and seeded, or 3 tablespoons tamarind pulp (no seeds); 6 to 8 ounces chopped piloncillo or dark brown sugar; 3/4 cup rum, brandy, or tequila (optional)

Servings: persons

2 quarts water
2 (6-inch) pieces canela, cut into pieces
8 ounces tejocotes, left whole
6 large guavas, peeled and cut into large bite-size pieces
2 Gala, Fuji, or Golden Delicious apples, peeled, cored, and cut into large bite-size pieces
2 (4-inch) pieces sugarcane, peeled and cut into pieces
1 cup pitted prunes, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup dark raisins
5 long tamarind pods, peeled and seeded, or 3 tablespoons tamarind pulp (no seeds)
6 to 8 ounces chopped piloncillo or dark brown sugar
3/4 cup rum, brandy, or tequila (optional)

1
Combine the water, canela, and tejocotes in a large pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
2
Decrease the heat to maintain a constant soft simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the tejocotes are soft.
3
Remove from the heat, scoop out the tejocotes, then peel them and remove the hard bit.
4
Return them to the pot and add the guavas, apples, sugarcane, prunes, raisins, tamarind, and piloncillo.
5
Simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring gently.
6
Add the liquor, discard the canela, pour into cups, and serve.

790

kcal

Calories

204

Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 quarts water, 2 (6-inch) pieces canela, cut into pieces, 8 ounces tejocotes, left whole, 6 large guavas, peeled and cut into large bite-size pieces, and more.

Yes, Ponche Navideno falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Ponche Navideno

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