Ingredients for South African Homemade Lemonade
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups water (1/2 cup for syrup, 2 cups for dilution)
- Lemon Juice
- 1/2 cup raisins
- Ice (as needed)
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How to Make South African Homemade Lemonade
- Make a simple syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Alternatively, if you prefer not to use the stove, thoroughly dissolve 1 cup of granulated sugar in 1/2 cup of warm water in a bowl, stirring until completely dissolved.
- Juice 6-8 lemons (depending on size and desired tartness) using a juicer or by hand.
- Pour the lemon juice and simple syrup into a large pitcher.
- Add 1/2 cup of raisins to the pitcher.
- Let the mixture sit at room temperature for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the raisins to ferment and create a natural fizz.
- Before serving, add 2 cups of cold water (adjust to your desired strength).
- Add ice to the pitcher.
- For extra tartness, add a lemon slice to each glass upon serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
137g
Fat
0g
Carbs
12g
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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less South African Beverages Fruit African Easy Low Fat Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Healthy 2 Low In Something Citrus Lemon 3 Steps Or Less Non Alcoholic
