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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
5 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Aloe Vera and Orange Juice For 1 person
Aloe vera 1 branch Orange 1 fruit Sugar 1 tablespoon Salt a little
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh oranges
- For oranges, you should choose those that are medium-sized, with smooth, shiny skin, a certain weight, feel firm in hand, and have a characteristic fragrant smell.
- Avoid selecting overly large fruits, those with unusual shapes, fruits that feel too light, or those with strange smells or lacking the typical aroma. They may have been injected with chemicals, which are unsafe for health.
How to choose fresh and delicious aloe vera
- You should choose aloe vera branches that are of moderate size, avoiding very small branches because they contain very little flesh.
- It is advisable to buy aloe vera branches that have a uniform green color, intact skin, not bruised, and when you gently press the skin with your hand, it feels crispy.
- Avoid purchasing aloe vera branches that look dry, lack vitality, with the skin gradually turning light yellow, and the sharp spines dried out.
- Do not select aloe vera branches that lack elasticity, have a foul smell, or are leaking water, as they may be spoiled aloe vera.
Tools needed
Juicer, knife, bowl, basket, cutting board,…
How to prepare Aloe Vera and Orange Juice
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Prepare the orange
Wash the oranges thoroughly, dry them, and then peel the skin to prevent the juice from being bitter. Next, use a knife to separate the flesh of the fruit and remove the seeds.
Then, mix the oranges with 1 tablespoon of sugar, and marinate them in the refrigerator for 5 – 10 minutes to help the oranges retain their aroma and make the juice look more appealing.
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Preparing Aloe Vera
Cut the aloe vera into small sections, then peel off the green outer skin to separate the flesh.
Next, cut the aloe vera into small pieces and place them in a bowl of diluted salt water. Then, rinse thoroughly with water 4 to 5 times.
Finally, blanch the aloe vera in hot water for about 10 seconds, rinse with cold water once more, and let it drain.
Tips for Preparing Aloe Vera Without Bitterness
- To ensure the juice is not bitter and to maintain health, you need to completely peel off the green skin.
- Method 1: Peel the skin, cut the aloe vera into small pieces, then soak in a mixture of salt and lemon, then remove and rinse with clean water and marinate with sugar.
- Method 2: After peeling and cutting the aloe vera, wash it with salt, then briefly blanch it and soak it again in cold water, and marinate with sugar.
See details: Tips for Preparing Aloe Vera Without Bitterness
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Make aloe vera orange juice
Put the marinated orange into the juicer and extract the juice, then pour it into a glass, add the prepared aloe vera, and it’s ready to enjoy.
Tip:
- Depending on your taste, you can drink it pure or mix it with water, add some ice, sugar, or honey,…
- If you want the orange juice to taste better, you can add a little salt.
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Finished product
Aloe vera and orange juice has a refreshing, sweet and sour taste that is easy to drink, along with crunchy, juicy aloe vera, which helps cool down, detoxify, and provides vitamin C, boosting the body’s resistance.
It’s really quick to make yourself a delicious and nutritious aloe vera and orange juice. Get into the kitchen and make it right away, enjoy, and good luck!
