Frozen Mango Jackiri
Makes 2 12-ounce drinks
Ingredients:
1 large, ripe mango, peeled and chopped
2 cups ice cubes
1/2 cup simple syrup (see note)
2 to 3 ounces vodka
mint sprigs, for garnish
Preparation:
In a large capacity blender, put mango, ice cubes, simple
syrup and vodka. Blend until completely smooth, scraping down sides as
necessary.
Pour into two 12-ounce glasses. Garnish with a mint sprig and serve with
straws.
Note:
Simple syrup, unlike granulated sugar, dissolves instantly
in liquid and can be made and stored, refrigerated, indefinitely. Mix 1 cup
of sugar and 1/2 cup of water together in a saucepan and cook over medium
heat, stirring, until sugar dissolves. Boil for 2 minutes. Cool and store,
covered, refrigerated. Makes 1 cup.
Copyright 2006 Jackie Shen
Red Light, Chicago
