Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops, Shaved Ice & Aguas Frescas [Hardcover]

From the pure, radiant flavors of classic Blackberry and Spicy Pineapple to unexpectedly enchanting combinations such as Sour Cream, Cherry and Tequila, or Strawberry-Horchata,Paletasis an engaging and delicious guide to Mexico’s traditional—and some not-so-traditional—frozen treats.
 
Collected and developed by celebrated pastry chef Fany Gerson, this sweet little cookbook showcases her favorite recipes forpaletas, those flavor-packed ice pops made from an enormous variety of fruits, nuts, flowers, and even spices; plus shaved ice (raspados) and aguas frescas—the delightful Mexican drinks featuring whole fruit and exotic ingredients like tamarind and hibiscus flowers.
 
Whether you’re drawn to a simple burst of fresh fruit—as in the Coconut, Watermelon, or Cantaloupe pops—or prefer adventurous flavors like Mezcal-Orange, Mexican Chocolate, Hibiscus-Raspberry, or Lime Pie,Paletasis an inviting, refreshing guide guaranteed to help you beat the heat.

Acknowledgments  vii
Introduction  1
 
PALETAS / ICE POPS19
Paletas de Fresa/ Strawberry Ice Pops21
Paletas de Zarzamora/ Blackberry Ice Pops22
Paletas de Melón/ Cantaloupe Ice Pops23
Paletas de Sandía/ Watermelon Ice Pops24
Paletas de Toronja/ Grapefruit Ice Pops25
Paletas de Aguacate/ Avocado Ice Pops26
Paletas de Limón/ Lime Ice Pops28
Paletas de Chabacano y Manzanilla/ Apricot-Chamomile Ice Pops29
Paletas de Jamaica con Frambuesa/ Hibiscus-Raspberry Ice Pops31
Paletas de Piña con Chile/ Spicy Pineapple Ice Pops32
Paletas de Donají/ Mezcal-Orange Ice Pops35
Paletas de Sangrita/ Spiced Tomato-Tequila Ice Pops36
Paletas de Crema y Cereza con TequilÄ