The fist of Korean watermelon – or Subak Hwachae (수박화채) – is one of the most loved summer desserts in Korea. It is light, fruity and so refreshing on a hot day.
Made with sweet watermelon, ice and sparkling soda or juice, this cold fist is often appreciated at home as a family snack, full for summer outings such as picnics or camping, or simply as a nice surprise when time becomes sticky. It is partly a drink, partly dessert – and completely satisfactory.
If you want something easy, moisturizing and fun to serve, you will love this Korean summer fist!
Because you will love this Korean summer fist
This Korean nostalgic fist is the type of summer treatment that cools you instantly. It is sweet, juicy and served frozen-in part drink, partly dessert and always refreshing.
Traditionally, it has been done with honey or sugar dissolved in water. In these days, however, it is more common to use soft drinks such as chosen peppers (version of Sprite’s Korea or 7up), fruit juice or even milk flavored as a base.
Growing up, I’ve always had the soft drink version: light and sparkling, with a lot of crunchy fruit. But more recently, the milk -based fist has become fashionable thanks to Korean television programs such as House Cook Master Baek. It’s not my personal favorite (a little heavy for me), but I can see the charm!
The best part? I share three popular ways to create Hwachae Subak, so you can try the version you love most. 😋
None of them take more than 5 minutes to put together, making them perfect for summer barbecues, last minute meetings or just a nice surprise to be sipped on a hot day.
What you will need (for 2 portions)
Fruit
- 420 g / 15 ounce of watermelon, with swarm or small cubes
- (Optional) 95g / 3.4 Once melon, bully or small cubes
- (Optional) 40 g / 1.4 Once pineapple, cube
- (Optional) 40 g / 1.4 ounce of lemon, thinly sliced
- (Optional) 20 g / 0.7 Once blueberries
- (Optional) fresh mint leaves, to garnish
Drink basic options
- Option 1 (my favorite) – 2 cups of sprites + 3 tablespoons of watermelon juice + ice cubes for extra cooling
- Option 2 (my second choice) – 2 cups of strawberry flavored milk + 3 tablespoon of 3 tablespoons + ice cubes for extra cooling
- Option 3 (my third choice) – 1/2 cup of milk + 1 and 1/2 cup of sprites + 3 tablespoons of watermelon juice + ice cubes for extra refrigeration
How to make a punch of Korean watermelon
Add the watermelon and your choice of fruit to a medium -sized punching bowl. Pour the base of favorite drinks, such as milk, soda or juice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
Other Korean summer recipes to try
If you liked this recipe, here are some other Korean summer dishes to keep you fresh, refresh and satisfied for the whole season:
- Bibim Guksu (Korean cold pasta salad) – A plate of vibrant cold noodle thrown into a spicy, sweet and spicy sauce, perfect for hot days. It is light but tasty, which makes it a main dish or a main side.
- Mul Naengmyeon (Korean cold noodle soup) – These rubbery noodles are served in a cold and spicy icy broth, which offers a refreshing contrast to the summer heat. It is a classic Korean dish that is both cooling and satisfactory.
- Hobak Jeon (fried Korean zucchini) -It of slightly battered and fried courgettes in a pan that are crunchy outside and kept inside. This simple outline adds a salty balance to your meal.
- Korean plum tea (Maesil Cha) – A cold and spicy cold tea based on Korean green plums. It is a delightful drink that completes the fruity notes of the crack of watermelon.
Bevere base – Option 1 (my favorite)
Base Drink – Option 2 (my second choice)
Base Drink – Option 3 (my third choice)
Add the watermelon and your choice of fruit to a medium -sized punching bowl. Pour the base of favorite drinks, such as milk, soda or juice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
- Optional fruit adds more complexity of the flavor – I recommend including them! Feel free to use other seasonal fruits you like.
- Use a Melon Baller To make the balls of watermelon!
- All fruit weights are clear weight (after peeling or cut).
- Make sure all your ingredients are well cooled before assembling the best flavor and consistency.
- Watermelon juice: just mix any remaining pieces of watermelon after flaking or cubendo.
- Add the base of drinks chosen in a separate bowl before pouring it over the fruit to help the flavors mix evenly and keep the salad fresh and vibrant.
- 1 TBSP = 15 ml, 1 cup = 250 ml
Calories: 200Kcal | Carbohydrates: 50G | Protein: 2G | Sodium: 34mg | Potassium: 390mg | Fiber: 2G | Sugar: 44G | Vitamin A: 2930Iu | Vitamin C: 46.6mg | Soccer: 28mg | Iron: 0.8mg
The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutritional calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for the advice of a professional nutritionist.
