Aloe vera juice

Aloe juice is a clear liquid extracted from the leaves of the Aloe vera plant, known for its many medicinal properties and health benefits. In cooking, this juice is primarily used to prepare refreshing beverages, smoothies, and some healthy desserts, providing a mild and slightly bitter taste, as well as a gelatinous texture when mixed with other ingredients.

Aloe vera originates from warm, dry regions, such as North Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and parts of Asia, and is now widely cultivated in Latin America, the Caribbean, and other tropical and subtropical zones. Its juice is carefully extracted to preserve its nutrients and to ensure it does not contain aloin, a bitter and potentially irritating substance present in the outer layer of the leaf.

Among its main properties, its high content of vitamins (A, C, E, and some B complex), minerals (calcium, magnesium, zinc), antioxidants, and enzymes that aid digestion, hydrate the body, and contribute to overall well-being stands out. In gastronomy, aloe juice is valued for its ability to improve texture and add a natural, healthy touch to preparations.

In different Spanish-speaking countries, aloe juice is also known as sábila juice or aloe liquid, with "sábila" being the most common term in Mexico, Central America, and parts of South America.