Jul 14 2026

Lemonade Recipe

Time15m
Serves4

Make Lemonade Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Juicing the Lemons

    Roll the fresh lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or by hand, ensuring to remove any seeds.

  2. 2

    Making the Sugar Syrup

    In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

  3. 3

    Mixing the Lemonade

    In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice with the remaining 3 cups of water. Add the cooled sugar syrup and stir well to combine.

  4. 4

    Adding Optional Ingredients

    If desired, add mint leaves for flavor and stir gently. Adjust the sweetness of the lemonade by adding more sugar syrup if needed.

  5. 5

    Serving

    Serve the lemonade over ice cubes in glasses. Enjoy your refreshing homemade lemonade!

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