Fresh Orange Juice Recipe
Freshly squeezed orange juice.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Oranges
Wash the oranges thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or pesticides.
- 2
Cut the Oranges
Using a sharp knife, cut each orange in half horizontally.
- 3
Juicing the Oranges
Place a half orange on a juicer or citrus squeezer and press down firmly to extract the juice. Repeat with all orange halves.
- 4
Strain the Juice (Optional)
If you prefer pulp-free juice, pour the extracted juice through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher to remove any pulp.
- 5
Sweeten the Juice (Optional)
Taste the juice. If you prefer it sweeter, add granulated sugar to the juice and stir well until dissolved.
- 6
Serve
Fill a glass with ice cubes (if desired) and pour the fresh orange juice over the ice. Enjoy immediately for the best flavor.
