Frozen Mangonada Mexicana (a.k.a. Chamoyada)
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on Sep 11, 2023, Updated Mar 13, 2025
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A Mangonada is a bold, refreshing frozen mango treat that’s sweet, tangy, and a little spicy! Made with ripe mango, lime juice, chamoy, and a hint of Tajín, this vibrant Mexican drink (also called a chamoyada, mangoneada, or chamango) is a beloved street vendor favorite.
Want to turn it into a cocktail? Just add a splash of tequila for the best frozen mangonada margarita.
What is a Mangonada?
A Mangonada is a Mexican frozen drink blending sweet mango with tart lime juice, spicy Tajín, and chamoy—a salty, tangy, and spicy sauce. Typically served with a chamoy-Tajín rim and a tamarind candy straw, it’s the perfect balance of flavors in every sip.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bright & Refreshing: Tastes like a tropical getaway in a glass.
- Quick & Easy: Ready in just 5 minutes!
- Made With Just 5 Ingredients: Simple, wholesome, and delicious.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Making your own homemade mangonada a la michoacana requires just a handful of ingredients.
- Frozen Mango: Fresh mango works too—just freeze it first.
- Lime Juice: Use fresh for the best flavor.
- Mango Nectar: Thicker and more concentrated than mango juice.
- Chamoy Sauce: Homemade chamoy sauce or store-bought (I like Mega Chamoy Sauce).
- Tamarindo Candy Straws (Optional): Adds a chewy, tangy twist.
How to Make Mangonada Drinks
Step 1: Rim Glass. Wet the rim with chamoy and dip in Tajín.
Step 2: Blend. Blend frozen mango, lime juice, mango nectar, and ice until smooth.
Step 3: Drizzle Chamoy and Layer. Swirl 1-2 tablespoons of chamoy inside each glass. Pour half the mango mixture, add more chamoy, then top with more mango.
Step 4: Garnish & Serve. Add fresh mango chunks and a tamarind straw. Enjoy immediately!
Optional Variations
- Mangonada Popsicles: Freeze in molds for a refreshing treat.
- Coconut Mango Mangonada: Add coconut milk for a tropical twist.
- Tropical Medley Mangonada: Blend in pineapple or passion fruit.
- Frozen Mangonada Margarita: Spike with tequila for a boozy version.
Mango Chamoy Drink Expert Tips & Tricks
- Use fresh lime juice for the best zesty kick.
- If too thick, add more mango nectar; if too thin, blend in more frozen mango.
- Garnish matters! A Tajín rim, fresh mango, chamoy drizzle, and a Tamarindo candy straw take it to the next level.
- Frozen mango saves prep time and is budget-friendly.
Frequently Asked Questions
A mix of frozen mango, lime juice, mango nectar, chamoy, and Tajín—sweet, salty, tangy, and spicy in every sip!
Yes! Pour any leftovers into an airtight container or popsicle molds and freeze for a refreshing treat later.
Frozen mango is great for smoothies, sorbets, fruit salads, or as a topping for yogurt and oatmeal.
Traditionally, it’s non-alcoholic, but you can spike it with tequila, rum, or mezcal for a boozy twist.
They’re the same drink, just different names!
Yes! No dairy or animal products required.
A mix of dried apricots or plums, chili peppers, lime juice, and salt.
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Frozen Mangonada Mexicana (a.k.a. Chamoyada)
Equipment
Ingredients
- Tajin
- 4 teaspoons chamoy
- 1 cup frozen mango
- 2 limes, juiced
- 1 cup mango nectar
- 1 cup ice
- Tamarindo candy straws (aka Tarugos)
Instructions
- Scatter Tajin onto a plate. Use chamoy to wet the rim of a glass. Dip the rim of the glass into the tajin until the edge is covered.
- Place frozen diced mango in a blender. Add lime juice, mango nectar, and ice to the blender, and blend on medium-high speed until puréed. Blend until mango mixture reaches the desired consistency.
- Drizzle 1 to 2 teaspoons of chamoy onto the sides of each glass.
- Pour some mangonada mixture halfway in each cup and drizzle more chamoy and add more mangonada.
- Feel free to garnish with chopped mango on top.Garnish each glass with a tamarind candy straw, if using.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best zesty kick.
- If too thick, add more mango nectar; if too thin, blend in more frozen mango.
- Garnish matters! A Tajín rim, fresh mango, chamoy drizzle, and a Tamarindo candy straw take it to the next level.
- Frozen mango saves prep time and is budget-friendly.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Photography by Jenna Sparks
