Orange Atole Recipe
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Category
Breakfast and Brunch
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Cusine
Mexican
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How to make?
Ingredients
1/2 cup masa harina para tortillas
3 cups water, plus more as needed, divided
1 cup milk
3 strips orange zest from 1 large orange
2 star anise pods
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
Kosher salt
Finely grated orange zest, for garnish
Directions
In a large saucepan, add masa and set over medium heat. Immediately add water in a slow, thin stream while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer and whisk in milk, orange zest strips, star anise , brown sugar, and a generous pinch of salt. Return to a simmer and lower heat to low. Continue to simmer gently, whisking constantly, until drink is infused with the orange aroma, about 5 minutes. Discard orange zest strips and star anise pods. Thin with additional water, as needed, to create a thick-yet-drinkable hot beverage , reheating as necessary. Taste, adding more sugar or salt if desired. Froth with a whisk or immersion blender, then ladle into mugs, garnish with grated orange zest and serve.