12 moments when chamoy took food to another level

Chamoy is solely and proudly Mexican. Its flavor, which is a mix of spicy, bitter, sweet, and sour, is unique, and that's why many people in Mexico use it for everything. Some use it sensibly, but others go a bit overboard and take it to unimaginable levels. If you don't believe us, here are 12 examples of moments when chamoy exceeded all expectations. In this michelada with shrimp marinated in chamoy Shrimp #Chamoy! A photo posted by Letty Hernandez Miranda (@lettyhdzmiranda) on Jan 19, 2017 at 7:10 PST And in this tower of candies that guarantees a diabetic coma Fruitdalana #blueoceansmoothies #chamoy #fruit 🍓🍉 A photo posted by blueoceansmoothies (@blueoceansmoothies) on Jan 19, 2017 at 5:16 PST It's not even clear what's underneath the chamoy sauce… Watermelon botanas #blueoceansmoothies #chamoy #snacks A photo posted by blueoceansmoothies (@blueoceansmoothies) on Jan 18, 2017 at 5:45 PST Not even in this tempting fruit tower Pineapple raspas #blueoceansmoothies #chamoy A photo posted by blueoceansmoothies (@blueoceansmoothies) on Jan 18, 2017 at 5:38 PST There are some who try to keep chamoy under control… Mango and chamoy popsicle. Chamoy is a sour, sweet, salty, spicy seasoning from Mexico. Thanks to our Mexican friends, I found out that it is the same thing as li hing mui, a sour, salty, sweet seasoning used in treats in Hawaii. As it turns out, both originate from China, and a similar treat can be found in Japan, called umeboshi. All are typically made from salted and acidified plums or apricots. This popsicle is a typical use for this flavor, while in Hawaii, it is common in shave ice (not shaved ice FYI) or gummy candies. We think of food being traditional and cultural, but the traditions are made by time. A recent NPR about this: http://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2017/01/17/508395673/chamoy-is-mexico-s-flavor-fiesta-condiment-courtesy-of-china #chamoy #lihingmui #umeboshi #mexico #hawaii #food #paleta A photo posted by Jordan Oshiro (@jordanoshiro) on Jan 18, 2017 at 5:15 PST But there are others who prefer chaos: #tamarind #deli #chamoy A photo posted by Luis Novelo (@wichoivan) on Jan 18, 2017 at 1:35 PST And it's not that it doesn't look tempting Raspaleta #raspaleta #trevly #strawberry #chamoy #delicious #coldweather A photo posted by Karli Gretta (@karligreta) on Jan 15, 2017 at 5:00 PST But we worry about the resilience of our stomachs Home made Mexican goodness. Hmmm. #chamoy #cucumber A photo posted by Karla Toledo (@smilenow2nevercry) on Jan 14, 2017 at 10:09 PST However, it's totally worth it: Have you tried our Mango Manzanita? It's a delicious combination of Chamoy and Mango then covered with @tajinoficial, must try! Today's hours are from 11am-7pm. #Manzanitaslasoriginales #Minimanzanitas #Platters #Caramelo #Mazapan #Oreo #Butterfinger #Horchata #Cocadahorneada #Chocolateabuelita #Cacahuate #Mango #Chamoy #Tajin #Frutas #Bionicos #Aguasfrescas #Sidralmundet #HappeninginSanFernando A photo posted by Manzanitas Las Originales (@manzanitaslasoriginales) on Jan 15, 2017 at 12:17 PST We've already opened our appetite with this cocktail: No filter needed. 😍 #smirnoffpreparada A photo posted by Andrew Gonzales (@andrewericc) on Jan 14, 2017 at 10:12 PST And there’s even a ring of chips with chamoy: Saturday to break the diet a little #ring #cazares #chamoy #deli A photo posted by Dolce Amore (@dolceamoredesserts) on Jan 14, 2017 at 8:31 PST Here are three recipes for you to also go overboard with chamoy: Chamoy snow Chamoy mojitos Chamoy tacos, vegetables, and peanuts