Refreshing Jugo de Lulo: ‘Little Orange’ Juice Recipe
Jugo de Lulo, also known as 'little orange juice,' is a refreshing tropical beverage from Colombia and Ecuador. With its tangy flavor and simple ingredients, it’s the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day.
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Colombian, Ecuadorian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
3 oz Frozen Lulo Pulp
8 oz Filtered Cold Water
4 cubes Ice
Instructions
- Add 3 ounces of frozen lulo pulp, 4 ice cubes, and 1 cup of cold filtered water to a blender.
- Blend for about a minute, or use the iced drink setting if your blender has one. Ensure the mixture is well-blended for a balanced sweet and tangy flavor.
- Serve immediately, or store in the fridge to chill.
Notes
- If you prefer a sweeter drink, add a teaspoon of sugar or sweetener of your choice. Adjust to your desired sweetness level.
- Add a few fresh mint leaves for a refreshing twist.
- Combine lulo with other citrus fruits for a citrusy punch.
- Replace water with sparkling water for a fizzy variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Stir before serving if it separates.
- It’s best served chilled. Avoid reheating, but store in the fridge for later consumption.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: Varies based on sweetener
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
