Lemonade Recipe
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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Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Cut the fresh lemons in half and use a citrus juicer or a reamer to extract the juice. You should aim for about 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 2
Mixing the Sugar
In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice and granulated sugar. Stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- 3
Adding Water
Pour in 4 cups of cold water into the pitcher with the lemon juice and sugar mixture. Stir until well combined.
Serving
- 4
Chilling the Lemonade
If desired, refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to chill. This step can be skipped if serving immediately over ice.
- 5
Garnishing
Serve the lemonade in glasses filled with ice cubes if you prefer a cold beverage. Optionally, garnish with fresh mint leaves for added flavor and decoration.
