Best 4 Mint Lemonade Turkish Style Recipes
**Mint Lemonade: A Refreshing and Vibrant Turkish Delight**
Quench your thirst and revitalize your senses with the tantalizing flavors of Turkish-style mint lemonade. This delightful beverage, known as "nane limonata" in Turkish, is a harmonious blend of fresh mint, zesty lemons, and a hint of sweetness. Originating from the vibrant streets of Turkey, this lemonade is not your average lemonade. It's an experience that transports you to the heart of Turkish culture, where flavors dance on your palate and leave you craving more. This article presents two variations of this refreshing drink: the classic mint lemonade and a delightful vegan alternative. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal ingredients, making them perfect for any occasion. So, gather your ingredients, embark on this culinary journey, and indulge in the invigorating taste of Turkish mint lemonade.
MINT LEMONADE - TURKISH STYLE
*Please Note*: Chilling time (several hours or overnight) is not noted in prep time. This treat is refreshing and so much healthier than soft drinks, it is well worth the extra effort. After taking a sip of this beautiful drink, you will be surprised at its lemon taste without the sourness, that one has comes to expect from...
Provided by Baby Kato
Categories Other Drinks
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. In a large saucepan, add 1½ cups sugar and water, stir and set aside until needed.
- 2. Peel the lemons and limes and then grate the rinds.
- 3. Now, using a mortar and pestle, pound the lemon and lime rind with the remaining 2 tbsp of sugar until the sugar absorbs the flavors.
- 4. If you DON`T have a mortar and pestle, (use a wooden spoon) rub the lemon and lime rind in the 2 tablespoons of sugar. (until the sugar absorbs the flavors)
- 5. Put the grated rinds in the saucepan with the water and sugar and bring the mixture to boil and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- 6. Reduce the heat and continue to boil gently for 5 minutes then remove from the heat and let the mixture cool down.
- 7. While the mixture is still slightly warm, add the lemon lime juice and mint.
- 8. When cooled pour into a large bowl, and cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate several hours or overnight.
- 9. When ready to serve, remove the bowl from the fridge and strain the mixture using a fine mesh wire strainer.
- 10. Press down on the ingredients to get out as much liquid as possible, then discard them.
- 11. If needed, adjust the amount of sugar and water to your liking.
- 12. Serve this beautiful Mint lemonade with ice, lemon slices and mint sprigs. Enjoy
MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE MINT LEMONADE (LIMONANA)
Mint lemonade, prepared Egyptian-style! Intense with flavor, frothy, and extremely refreshing! You'll love this limonana, but there is a small trick that makes all the difference.
Provided by The Mediterranean Dish
Categories Drinks
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Add all the ingredients to the pitcher of a high-quality blender. Cover and push blend or liquefy (high-speed function), until you achieve the desired drink consistency.
- Taste and add more sugar or mint leaves, if you like. Blend again.
- Pour the lemonade into a serving pitcher through a mesh strainer. Add fresh mint leaves to the pitcher. Cover and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.
- If you like, strain the lemonade again as you pour into serving glasses. Enjoy cold!
MINT MEYER LEMONADE
This refreshing take on an old-school favorite makes a great sipping-cocktail for the grownups, thanks to the optional vodka.
Provided by Food Network
Categories beverage
Yield 2 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the mint and sugar in a small saucepan with 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves, and then remove from the heat and let stand 15 minutes. Strain the mint simple syrup into a large pitcher, and stir in the lemon juice and 6 cups cold water. Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves and/or lemon slices. Add a shot of vodka to each glass, if desired.
MIDDLE EASTERN LIMONANA
This Middle Wastern limonana recipe is a bright-green combination of lemon and mint inspired by the drinks found on tables throughout the Middle East.
Provided by April White
Categories Lemon Lemon Juice Summer Drinks Drink Non-Alcoholic Mint
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the lemon juice, mint, sugar, and 1/2 cup of the water and blend until fully liquid. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve, reserving the liquid and discarding the solids. In a pitcher, stir together the mint mixture and the remaining 3 1/2 cups water. Serve over ice cubes.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh mint leaves. If using dried mint, use half the amount.
- Be sure to wash the mint leaves thoroughly before using them.
- You can adjust the sweetness of the lemonade to your liking by adding more or less sugar or honey.
- If you don't have a citrus juicer, you can squeeze the lemons by hand. Just be sure to strain the juice to remove any seeds or pulp.
- Serve the lemonade chilled, over ice. You can also garnish it with a mint sprig or a lemon slice.
Conclusion:
Turkish mint lemonade is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its combination of mint, lemon, and sugar, this lemonade is a surefire hit. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing drink, give Turkish mint lemonade a try. You won't be disappointed.
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