Tropical Escamocha (Mexican Fruit Salad)
By the QuiteRecipes team (Jamy & Kaïna) | Food Service Professional, Early Childhood Expert & Parents
A refreshing and vibrant Mexican-style fruit salad known as Escamocha. Packed with tropical fruits and served in a sweet, tangy orange-grenadine syrup.
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Escamocha is a classic Mexican fruit cocktail straight from street markets, and it is basically sunshine in a cup. We cut assorted tropical fruits and finish them with lime and chili for that sweet-sour-spicy pop. The street snack that turns into a party.
🥄 Ingredients
- 🫗 1/2 cup mango, chopped
- 🫗 1/2 cup pineapple, chopped
- 🫗 1/2 cup grapes
- 🫗 1/2 cup watermelon, chopped
- 🫗 1/2 cup kiwi, chopped
- 🫗 1 cup orange juice
- 🫗 1/3 cup grenadine
- 🫗 Juice of 1 lime
- 🫗 Ice cubes (to serve)
Nutrition Facts*
*Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients, brands and portion sizes. Values are provided per serving.
👨🍳 Instructions
**Prep Fruit:** Ensure all your fruit is chopped into uniform, bite-sized pieces for the best texture.
**Combine:** In a large bowl, toss all the chopped fruits together gently.
**Syrup:** In a small pitcher or jar, whisk together the orange juice, grenadine, and lime juice.
**Assemble:** Add a handful of ice to your serving glass or bowl. Fill with the fruit mixture and pour the orange-grenadine syrup over the top.
**Serve:** Serve immediately, ideally with a spoon to enjoy both the fruit and the sweet, tangy liquid at the bottom.
🎥 Video Tutorial
Tropical Escamocha (Mexican Fruit Salad)
Video credit: embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the original creator, who allows sharing on other websites.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
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Over-chopping: If you cut the fruit too small, it will lose its texture and turn into mush when mixed with the juice. Keep the chunks chunky!
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Not Chilling: This dish is best served very cold. If possible, chop the fruit and keep it in the fridge for 30 minutes before assembling.
🔄 Variations
Spicy Kick: Add a sprinkle of Tajín (chili-lime seasoning) to the top for an authentic Mexican street-food experience.
Herbal Note: A few leaves of fresh mint or basil add a lovely aromatic freshness that pairs well with the pineapple and mango.
🧊 Storage
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This is best enjoyed fresh. Once the fruit sits in the juice, it will begin to soften significantly. Store for no longer than 2–3 hours.
💡 Chef Tips
Seasonal Variety: Feel free to add whatever seasonal fruit you have on hand—papaya, strawberries, and melon work beautifully here.
Serving: For a more decadent touch, you can serve this with a scoop of coconut yogurt or a sprinkle of shredded coconut on top.
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About the Authors
This recipe and guide was developed, tested, and approved in our home kitchen and daily life. Jamy is a retired Food Service District Manager and Early Childhood Program Manager who spent his career overseeing multi-site restaurant operations, large-scale culinary production, and daycare menu management. Kaïna brings the ultimate real-world test: making sure it brings ease and joy to our kids on a busy weeknight.
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