Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Recipe: Agua de avena (oatmeal water)

Another surprisingly refreshing drink I came across in Mexico was agua de avena, or oatmeal water.  I expected something similar to a horchata, but it wasn't milky at all - it was closer to a lime-aide and really delicious.  The oatmeal gives it a really hearty character, which in turn is mellowed by a bit of sugar, then made refreshing with lime juice.  What's more is that between the oatmeal and the lime juice, you're getting a nice bit of nutrition too.

You will need:

2oz / 57g / 1/2C          rolled oats
1/2C                            sugar (or to taste)
1qt / 1L                       water
1                                  lime (or to taste)

Method:

 - bring the sugar and water up to a boil
 - drop in the oats, cover and let sit for an hour
 - strain
 - chill completely
 - serve with fresh lie juice

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