Lulada uses lulo fruit that only grows above 4,900 feet in Colombian mountains—its citrus-meets-tomato flavor doesn't exist anywhere else.
Lulada
Quench your thirst with this vibrant Lulada, a delightful blend of fresh lulo fruit and zesty lime juice! This invigorating drink captures the essence of tropical flavors, making every sip a refreshing escape. Just blend, strain, and serve over ice for a taste sensation that will brighten your day!
Prep
15
min
Cook
0
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- Leche condensada (240 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- Azúcar (30 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- Hielo (240 ml)
📦Other(1)
- Lulo maduro
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cut the lulos into quarters and remove the pulp.
- 2
Blend half of the pulp with ice and sugar.
- 3
Rim a glass with Tajín for a spicy touch.
- 4
Pour sweetened condensed milk inside the glass.
- 5
Layer with fruit, processed juice, and more fruit until finished, ending with sweetened condensed milk.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Blend lulo pulp for exactly 15-20 seconds to break down the gel sacs without crushing the seeds, which release bitter compounds that overpower the fruit's natural tartness.technique15-20 seconds
- ✓Use a 3:1 ratio of ice to lulo pulp when blending to achieve the proper slushy consistency that won't dilute the fruit's pectin-rich texture.ingredient3:1 ratio
- ✓Chill your sweetened condensed milk to 35-40°F before layering so it maintains distinct layers rather than mixing with the acidic lulo juice due to density differences.temperature35-40°F
- ✓Apply Tajín to a damp glass rim using a 45-degree angle rotation to create an even coating that adheres properly without clumping.technique45-degree angle
- ✓Pour liquids over the back of a bar spoon held 1 inch above the previous layer to maintain clean separation between the dense milk and lighter fruit mixture.technique1 inch height
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Prep
15
min
Cook
0
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
Share this recipe
Lulada uses lulo fruit that only grows above 4,900 feet in Colombian mountains—its citrus-meets-tomato flavor doesn't exist anywhere else.
Lulada
Quench your thirst with this vibrant Lulada, a delightful blend of fresh lulo fruit and zesty lime juice! This invigorating drink captures the essence of tropical flavors, making every sip a refreshing escape. Just blend, strain, and serve over ice for a taste sensation that will brighten your day!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- Leche condensada (240 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- Azúcar (30 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- Hielo (240 ml)
📦Other(1)
- Lulo maduro
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cut the lulos into quarters and remove the pulp.
- 2
Blend half of the pulp with ice and sugar.
- 3
Rim a glass with Tajín for a spicy touch.
- 4
Pour sweetened condensed milk inside the glass.
- 5
Layer with fruit, processed juice, and more fruit until finished, ending with sweetened condensed milk.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Blend lulo pulp for exactly 15-20 seconds to break down the gel sacs without crushing the seeds, which release bitter compounds that overpower the fruit's natural tartness.technique15-20 seconds
- ✓Use a 3:1 ratio of ice to lulo pulp when blending to achieve the proper slushy consistency that won't dilute the fruit's pectin-rich texture.ingredient3:1 ratio
- ✓Chill your sweetened condensed milk to 35-40°F before layering so it maintains distinct layers rather than mixing with the acidic lulo juice due to density differences.temperature35-40°F
- ✓Apply Tajín to a damp glass rim using a 45-degree angle rotation to create an even coating that adheres properly without clumping.technique45-degree angle
- ✓Pour liquids over the back of a bar spoon held 1 inch above the previous layer to maintain clean separation between the dense milk and lighter fruit mixture.technique1 inch height