Hwachae — Korean Fruit Punch
A perfect dessert for the summer, but even more perfect if it's 3am and you're severely dehydrated. Hwachae (화채) is a traditional Korean punch made primarily from a mix of fruits and a sweetened beverage. The name "hwachae" is derived from two Korean words: "hwa" (flower) and "chae" (vegetable or fruit). It’s a popular treat, especially during the summer months, because of its refreshing and sweet flavors. Recently, the internet's most popular version uses about equal parts strawberry milk and Sprite, but feel free to adjust the ratios to suit your taste!
Ingredients
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Optional Toppings
Directions
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Step 1
If using a fresh watermelon, cut it in half and carve out chunks using a spoon or melon scooper.Step 2
In a bowl (or a hollowed-out watermelon), add all the fruits, ice, and any additional toppings of your choice.- 2 cup watermelon, cubed (300 g)
- 1 cup strawberry, halved or quartered (150 g)
- 1 cup blueberry (150 g)
- 1 cup ice, crushed or cubed (240 g)
- 1 cup coconut jelly, diced (240 g) (optional)
- 1 cup pineapple, cubed (165 g) (optional)
- 1 cup peach, thinly sliced or cubed (150 g) (optional)
Step 3
Add Sprite and strawberry milk to the bowl, then stir to combine. Serve and enjoy!- 1 1/2 cup sprite (355 g) (or lemon seltzer)
- 1 1/2 cup strawberry milk (300 g) (any brand like Binggrae, Milkis, etc )
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