The pineapple and hoja santa juice is a refreshing and exotic combination. Using only pineapple peels and core, slowly cooked, yields a nutrient-rich liquid. The hoja santa adds an aromatic and fresh touch to this brew that will surprise your palate.
The pineapple and hoja santa juice is a refreshing drink, perfect for enjoying on hot days.
The pineapple peels and hoja santa leaves are combined to create an aromatic, flavorful brew.
It is ideal for sharing with loved ones.
Pineapple and Hoja Santa Juice
Ingredients
3 liters of Water
3 Hoja Santa or Acuyo leaves
1 Pineapple piece
Preparation
Step 1 : The pineapple should be thoroughly rinsed with the peel included.
Step 2 : Next, remove the crown from the pineapple on a cutting board.
Step 3 : The pineapple crown can be planted by burying the pulp part in a flowerpot with soil so that in about three years, it produces a new pineapple.
Step 4 : Proceed to remove all the peel and set aside.
Step 5 : Cut the pulp into slices and remove the fibrous center with a tequila glass, reserving the remaining pulp for another preparation.
Step 6 : In this recipe, only the peels and fibrous center will be used.
Step 7 : Place the peels and fibrous center of the pineapple in a deep pot and cover with three liters of water.
Step 8 : Bring to a gentle boil for 20 to 30 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool.
Step 9 : Strain and reserve the extracted juice.
Step 10 : Wash the hoja santa leaves, remove the thick stem, and blend with the strained pineapple water.
Step 11 : It is recommended not to add sugar.
Step 12 : Pour the result into a jug, refrigerate, and let ferment for 2 or 3 days to enhance its flavor.
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