Fresh Orange Juice Recipe
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Ingredients
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Citrus Fruits
Optional Add-ins
Method
Juicing
- 1
Prepare the Oranges
Select 6 ripe oranges. Roll them on a countertop with your palm to loosen the juice inside.
- 2
Cut the Oranges
Slice the oranges in half horizontally using a sharp knife.
- 3
Juice the Oranges
Using a citrus juicer or reamer, extract the juice from each half of the orange into a measuring cup.
Optional Add-ins Preparation
- 4
Add Lemon Juice (Optional)
If using, squeeze the juice of 1 lemon into the orange juice for a tangy flavor.
- 5
Sweeten the Juice (Optional)
If desired, stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar to the juice until fully dissolved.
- 6
Garnish with Mint (Optional)
Add a few mint leaves to the juice for a refreshing finish. You can gently bruise the leaves to release more flavor.
Serving
- 7
Serve Fresh
Pour the fresh orange juice into chilled glasses and serve immediately for the best flavor.