Soursop is actually the name of a fruit that grows in the tropical region of the Americas and the Caribbean, as well as in Africa and Asia. It’s scientifically known as “Annona muricata” but among other names.
It’s a member of the Annonaceae family, commonly referred to as the natural custard apple family, and it’s typically described as having a tangy, slightly sweet taste, or a cross between a pineapple, strawberries, and banana with a slight citrus tinge. On the outside, it looks like a large jackfruit or oversized avocado but it is covered with thorny spikes, and the inside is white and fleshy with large black seeds.
Some of the biggest health benefits that modern drinkers can absorb by turning to soursop leaves or fruit into tea, Juice and smoothies are;
. Boost immune system
. Fights Inflammation.
. Improves digestive system
. Stablises blood pressure
. Normalised blood sugar levels
. Prevents, fights and eliminate cancer.
. Act as an analgesic
. Soothes back pain,
. relieves stress,
. Treats insomnia,
. Deals with depression and more
FRUITS COMMONLY PAIRED WITH SOURSOP;
Because of the creamy, slightly sweet flavor of soursop, it pairs perfectly with mango, pineapple, avocado, papaya, banana, and coconut. The combination with any of these fruits would create a tasty tropical drink.
Soursop smoothie recipe has a tangy, sweet, creamy flavor and is packed with nutrients such as antioxidants and vitamin C!
Grab your blender and enjoy this delightfully nutritious smoothie to start your day or enjoy it as a midday tropical treat!
BENEFITS OF SOURSOP SMOOTHIE
. Boosts Immune Health: Soursop is high in Vitamin C, an antioxidant that strengthens your immune system.
. Improves Digestion: Fiber helps promote digestive health, maintain bowel health, and promote regularity. One Soursop fruit provides about 83% of your daily recommended amount of dietary fiber!
. Fights Inflammation: It’s high in antioxidants like phytosterols, tannins, and flavonoids that help to reduce inflammation and cell damage.
. Improves Heart Health: Studies have shown that soursop can help lower blood pressure.
. It Contains Essential Vitamins and Minerals: Such as magnesium, B vitamins, Folate, potassium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
BELOW ARE FEW SOURSOP RECIPES;
. Soursop Pulp: Fresh soursop can be hard to find. If using fresh soursop, make sure to remove the seeds because they are poisonous if consumed. If you cannot find fresh soursop, use frozen soursop puree. We use Goya Frozen Soursop Pulp.
. Fresh mango, pineapple, avocado, papaya, banana, guava and coconut.
. Frozen Pineapple; This drink is a creamy combination of pineapple, soursop, and coconut. The flavors combined are tropical and sweet.
. Coconut Cream: Make sure to use thick coconut cream from the can. You can get coconut cream by placing a can of full-fat coconut milk in the fridge overnight. It will solidify, leaving the coconut cream on top and liquid at the bottom.
. Non-Dairy Milk: Use your favorite dairy-free milk of choice. Hemp Milk, Coconut Milk, Oat Milk or Almond Milk work great in this smoothie.
. Agave Syrup, Honey or Condensed Milk: We use natural sweetener to give this smoothie the perfect amount of sweetness that compliments the fresh fruit. If you do not have agave syrup you can also use honey.
. Vanilla: Soursop has a natural subtle vanilla taste. The addition of vanilla extract highlights soursops natural flavor and helps to make the perfect tropical smoothie.
You can add Sea Moss, or Hemp seed, spinach, chia seed, strawberries, blueberries Raspberries, etc, to any of the recipes.
Hemp Seed; For a bit of extra protein, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acid, add 1-2 tbsp of hemp seeds. When they are blending with liquid it becomes a creamy texture that will blend in perfectly with the other ingredients.
Spinach and Mint; The addition of spinach will change the color of the smoothie to a bright green. Add a handful of spinach and mint for flavour, extra calcium, vitamin A, and iron.
Sea Moss Gel; For a sea moss and soursop smoothie, add 1-2 tbsp sea moss gel when blending the ingredients.
Chia seeds; For fiber and protein, when you pour the in cup add 1-2 tbsp chia seeds in the smoothie before consuming.
A. SOURSOP AND YOGHURT SMOOTHIE
. I - 2 cups of soursop pulp
. 1/2 cup of plain yogurt
. 2- 3 of honey or condensed milk
. Ice cubes
Blender Method
. Put all ingredients in the blender jar and blend until smooth. Divide into 2 serving glasses and serve immediately.
With No Blender Method
. Break the pulp into smaller pieces (with a spoon, knife or scissors). Crush the ice.
. Divide all ingredients equally into 2 serving glasses, start with soursop, yogurt and condensed milk and then ice.
. When eating, use a spoon to stir, mix, and smash to bring everything together and enjoy right away.
N/B
To get soursop pulp/flesh from the fruit;
. Cut soursop fruit into wedges
. Pierce a fork through the flesh to find and remove the seeds
. Peel off the skin
If you use frozen soursop pulp to make the smoothie later, replace the ice cubes with about 1/2 cup of water (or milk).
The smoothie can also be made with milk instead of yogurt. Please taste and adjust ratio of ingredients to your desired sweetness and consistency since each soursop can have slightly different taste and texture. For the soursop with more fibrous flesh, i advice that it's best to use a blender. For the variety with less fiber, both methods works.
B. PINEAPPLE AND VANILLA FLAVOUR SOURSOP SMOOTHIE
. A Blender and A glass Cup
INGREDIENTS
. 1 1/2 or 2 cups Soursop Pulp, fresh or frozen
. 1 cup Frozen or fresh Pineapple Chunks
. 1/4 cup Coconut Cream
. 1 cup non-dairy milk (plant based milk) of choice, plus more as desired
. 2 tbsp Agave Syrup
. 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
You can add Sea Moss, or Hemp seed, spinach, chia seed, strawberries, blueberries Raspberries, etc.
Hemp Seed; For a bit of extra protein, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acid, add 1-2 tbsp of hemp seeds. When they are blending with liquid it becomes a creamy texture that will blend in perfectly with the other ingredients.
Spinach; The addition of spinach will change the color of the smoothie to a bright green. Add a handful of spinach for extra calcium, vitamin A, and iron.
Sea Moss Gel; For a sea moss and soursop smoothie, add 1-2 tbsp sea moss gel when blending the ingredients.
Chia seeds; For fiber and protein, when you pour it in the cup add 1-2 tbsp chia seeds in the smoothie before consuming.
INSTRUCTION
. Combine all the ingredients into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth.
. If you are using fresh soursop, be sure to remove the seeds as they are inedible.If you would like the drink to be a thinner consistency, add more non-dairy milk. If you would like the drink to be thicker, add frozen pineapple or ice cubes
. Serve and enjoy your delicious smoothie!
C. COCONUT AND SOURSOP SMOOTHIE
A Blender and A glass cup
INGREDIENTS
. 1 or 2 cups soursop fresh pulp or frozen
. 1/3 or 1/2 cup coconut chunks (depends on all on the quantity of smoothie you are making)
. 1 cup coconut milk or coconut water
. ice cubes
INSTRUCTIONS
. Place all the ingredients in a blender cup (no seeds if you are using fresh soursop!) and work it for about 1-2 minutes.
. Serve with coconut shavings and chia seeds
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