Total Time
10 min
Couisine
Caribbean
Category
Drinks/Beverages
Diet
vegangluten-free
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
Rest Time
Dish
Servings
8
Calories
~120 kcal
Garden Plants
Ingredients
Name | Amount | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | cup | ||
1 | teaspoon | ||
2 | unit | pulp only | |
1 | gallon |
Description
Stinking Toe Juice is a traditional Caribbean beverage made from the pulp of the stinking toe fruit, known for its pungent aroma but sweet taste. Despite its name, this drink is cherished for its unique flavor and is often used in folk medicine to alleviate headaches and rheumatism.
Instructions
- Blend the pulp of the stinking toes with the water until smooth.
- Add the brown sugar and nutmeg to the mixture and blend briefly to combine.
- Serve over ice or chilled.
Notes
- The stinking toe, or Hymenaea courbaril, is the seed pod of the West Indian locust tree.
- While the pulp has a strong odor, its taste is sweet and pleasant.
- This fruit is commonly used in Caribbean folk medicine.
Nutrition per Serving
Name | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbohydrates | Fiber | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
~120 kcal | ~1 g | ~30 g | ~1-2 g |