HOW TO MAKE FRESH LEMON JUICE

MAKAE A FRESH LEMON JUICE 

Ingredients:

• 4-6 lemons (depending on size and juiciness)
• 1 cup cold water (adjust based on desired consistency)
• 2-4 tablespoons sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
• Ice cubes (optional)
• Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Equipment:

• Lemon squeezer or juicer
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Pitcher or jug
• Spoon

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Lemons:

   • Wash the lemons thoroughly under running water.
   • Roll the lemons on the countertop using your palm to soften them and make them easier to juice.
   • Cut the lemons in half.

2. Juice the Lemons:

   • Use a lemon squeezer, juicer, or simply squeeze the lemon halves by hand to extract the juice.
   • Strain the juice through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any seeds and pulp, if desired, into a pitcher or jug.

3. Mix the Lemon Juice:

   • Add 1 cup of cold water to the lemon juice. Adjust the amount of water based on how strong or diluted you want your lemon juice to be.
   • Add 2-4 tablespoons of sugar to the mixture. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved. You can adjust the sweetness based on your preference.
     
     
     

4. Chill and Serve:

   • Add ice cubes to the pitcher or directly into the glasses to make the lemon juice chilled and refreshing.
   • Optionally, you can add a few fresh mint leaves for garnish and extra flavor.

5. Enjoy:

   • Pour the lemon juice into glasses.
   • Serve immediately for the best taste.

Tips:

• For a healthier version, you can use honey or a natural sweetener instead of sugar.
• To make a more flavorful lemon juice, you can add a pinch of salt or a few sprigs of fresh herbs like basil or thyme.
• Experiment with adding other fruit juices, such as lime or orange, for a citrus blend.
• If you like your lemon juice extra cold, chill the lemons in the refrigerator before juicing them.

HOW TO MAKE MANGO JUICE

Ingredients:

• 2-3 ripe mangoes
• 1-2 tablespoons sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
• 1 cup water or chilled water (adjust based on desired consistency)
• Ice cubes (optional)
• A pinch of salt (optional, to enhance flavor)
• Lime or lemon juice (optional, for added tanginess)

Equipment:

• Blender or mixer
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Strainer (optional, if you prefer a smoother juice)
• Pitcher or jug

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Mangoes:

   • Wash the mangoes thoroughly under running water.
   • Peel the mangoes using a knife or peeler.
   • Cut the mango flesh away from the pit. You can do this by slicing the mango vertically along each side of the pit and then cutting the flesh into smaller chunks.

2. Blend the Mango:

   • Place the mango chunks in a blender.
   • Add 1 cup of water to the blender. If you prefer a thicker juice, add less water; for a thinner consistency, add more water.
   • Add sugar if you like your juice sweeter, and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.

Optionally, add a squeeze of lime or lemon juice for extra tanginess.

1. Blend Until Smooth:

   • Blend the mixture until smooth. If you prefer your juice without any pulp, you can strain it using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a pitcher or jug.

2. Serve:

   • Pour the mango juice into glasses.
   • Add ice cubes if desired to make it chilled and refreshing.
   • Garnish with a slice of lime or a mint leaf if you like.

3. Enjoy:

   • Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh taste.

Tips:

• Choose ripe and sweet mangoes for the best flavor. The ripeness of the mango will greatly affect the taste of your juice.
• You can adjust the sweetness and thickness of the juice according to your preference by varying the amount of sugar and water.
• For an extra twist, you can add other fruits like oranges or pineapples to the blender for a mixed fruit juice.