Jul 14 2026

Lemonade Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Make Lemonade Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Juice the Lemons

    Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut the lemons in half and use a juicer to extract the juice. Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp.

  2. 2

    Dissolve Sugar

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

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the sugar syrup (from step 2), and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to mix all ingredients.

  4. 4

    Adjust Sweetness

    Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar syrup or water, as desired.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the lemonade over the ice, and garnish with mint leaves for an extra touch of flavor.

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