How to Make Peruvian Chicha Morada Drink - A Step-by-Step Guide

Peruvian cuisine is known for its rich and diverse flavors, and one of the most unique and popular beverages is Chicha Morada. This vibrant purple drink is made from purple corn, fruit, and a variety of spices, resulting in a sweet and refreshing beverage that is perfect for sipping on a hot day.

Chicha Morada has a long history in Peru, dating back to ancient Incan times. It was traditionally made by boiling purple corn with fruit and spices, and it was often used in ceremonies and c...

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Ingredients

  • 1 gallon water
  • 1 (15 ounce) package dried purple corn (maiz morado)
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 tablespoon whole cloves
  • 5 large lemons, juiced
  • 1 ½ cups brown sugar
  • ½ cup fresh pineapple, chopped
  • ½ apple, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 5 hrs
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Bring the water to a boil with the corn, cinnamon sticks, and cloves in a large pot. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 40 minutes. Remove from the heat and strain through a mesh strainer to remove the corn and spices. Stir the lemon juice and sugar into the chicha until the sugar has dissolved. Refrigerate until cold.
  • Stir in the chopped pineapple and apple before serving over ice.
  • Nutrition

    253 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 47mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 63g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 33g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 59mg
    • Calcium: 79mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 596mg