Lemouroudji (Lemonade)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 3

Refreshing Lemouroudji recipe perfect for hot summer days

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

102

Sugar

20g

Fat

Lemouroudji is a popular beverage in West Africa, particularly in Senegal, where it is often made during Ramadan as a refreshing thirst-quencher during the hot days of fasting. This lemonade is a combination of ginger, sugar, lemon juice, and water. The ginger adds a spicy and warming element to the drink, while the lemon juice provides a tangy and refreshing flavor. The cayenne pepper, although optional, adds a smoky and slightly spicy flavor to the lemonade. This recipe is easy to make and can be adjusted to suit your taste preferences. It is a perfect beverage for hot summer days or any time you need a refreshing drink to cool off.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the ginger root and slice it thinly.
2.	Add the water and ginger to a large pot and bring to a boil.
3.	Reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
4.	Remove from heat and let cool.
5.	Strain the ginger water into a pitcher.
6.	Add the lemon juice and sugar to the pitcher and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
7.	Add cayenne pepper to taste (optional).
8.	Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving. Enjoy!

PROS

Lemouroudji is a refreshing and flavorful beverage that is perfect for hot summer days.
The ginger adds a spicy kick, while the lemon juice provides a tangy flavor.

This recipe is easy to make and can be adjusted to suit your taste preferences.

CONS

This lemonade contains sugar, which can be a concern for those watching their sugar intake.

The recipe also calls for optional cayenne pepper, which can be too spicy for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This lemonade has some potential health benefits, especially due to the ginger and lemon juice.
Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and can help with digestion.
Lemon juice is high in vitamin C and antioxidants, which can boost your immune system and aid in digestion.

	2 pieces gingerroot ( a little bigger then thumb size )
	1 gallon water
	1 lb lemon , juice of
	1/2 lb sugar
	ground cayenne pepper , to taste ( optional )