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Pratiksh

Fresh Orange Juice

This fresh orange juice is simple, refreshing, and perfect for summer. Made with just a few ingredients, it delivers natural sweetness, hydration, and a bright citrus flavor that tastes far better than store-bought juice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course: Juices
Cuisine: General
Calories: 95
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fresh oranges medium to large
  • 1 teaspoons sugar or honey optional
  • ½ cup cold water optional
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. Choose and prepare oranges

    Select fresh, juicy oranges. Wash them thoroughly and cut each one in half.

  2. Extract the juice

    Use a manual juicer, citrus press, or your hands to squeeze out all the juice into a bowl or jug.

  3. Strain (optional)

    Strain the juice using a sieve if you prefer a smoother texture without pulp.

  4. Adjust flavor

    Taste the juice. Add sugar or honey if needed. Add cold water if you prefer a lighter taste. Mix well.

  5. Chill and serve

    Pour the juice over ice cubes, stir, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Pick oranges that feel heavy. That’s usually a sign they’re actually juicy and not just looking good from the outside.
  • Don’t rush to add sugar. Taste first. Some oranges are naturally sweet enough.
  • Add a tiny pinch of salt. It sounds weird, but it balances the sweetness really well.
  • Don’t over-squeeze aggressively. That’s how you get bitterness from the white pith.