How to make suero

Suero is basically homemade Mexican Gatorade.

In fact, it’s similar to a limonada, but with salt instead of sugar. It’s a very simple recipe and surely you’ll already have all the ingredients, but it’s the best remedy for a hangover.

And it’s not to be confused with buttermilk, which is another meaning of the word “suero” in Mexico.

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What’s awesome about this drink is that it can also be used to help you recover from a run or an intense workout! The salt helps you retain liquids after you’ve been dehydrated.

Sick with the flu? This is also helpful for staying properly hydrated.

Remember: table salt tastes saltier than Kosher salt (which is what I usually cook with). Start with 3/4 of a teaspoon and add more if necessary if you plan to use table salt.

And if you’ve got some digestive issues, a little watermelon and aloe vera juice for a couple of days can help you get back to normal once you’re rehydrated. Té de bugambilia (bougainvillea tea) is also a great Mexican home remedy for when you’re sick with a cold or cough.

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Suero (Mexican homemade Gatorade)

• Author: Maura Wall Hernandez
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 1 serving 1x
• Category: drinks
• Cuisine: Mexican

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Description

The Mexican hangover, flu and dehydration cure that gives Gatorade a run for its money. 

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Ingredients

• 12 ounces cold agua mineral (in the U.S., Topo Chico is my preferred brand of mineral water)
• 3/4–1 teaspoon of salt
• juice of 1 lime

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Instructions

1. Pour mineral water in a highball glass and add salt.
2. Squeeze the juice of one whole lime directly into the glass and stir to mix everything well, until the salt dissolves. You can also toss in a few lime wedges if you like.
3. Add ice if you like, and drink the entire glass while it’s still cold.

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Notes

If you’re suffering from serious dehydration, please be smart and consult a physician.