Cornelian Cherry Festival in Kaleybar, Iran 🍒 | Garadagh’s Hidden Paradise- Azerbaijan.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides natural sweetness with additional flavor.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Lime juice offers a similar acidity with a unique taste.

Wash cornelian cherries thoroughly under cold water

Remove stems and pits from the cherries

Place the cherries in a blender or juicer

Add water to the blender with the cherries

Blend until smooth and well combined

Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl

Press the pulp to extract as much juice as possible

Stir in sugar until dissolved

Add lemon juice to taste

Chill the juice in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes

Serve in glasses over ice

Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired

Cooking Techniques

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