Korean Pear Juice
Korean pear juice is a clean, naturally sweet fruit drink made by blending ripe Korean pear with cold water and straining out the pulp. A tablespoon each of lemon juice and a touch of ginger juice lift the pear's mild sweetness with a crisp, slightly spicy edge. Honey can be added to taste, though a fully ripe pear often needs none. Using partially frozen pear chunks yields a thicker, slushier consistency that stays cold longer in the glass.
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Instructions
- 1
Peel, core, and chop the Korean pear.
- 2
Blend pear with cold water until smooth.
- 3
Strain to remove some pulp for a cleaner drink.
- 4
Mix in honey, lemon juice, and ginger juice.
- 5
Serve over ice immediately.
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