basil lemon mojito recipe, how to make basil lemon mojito recipe

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basil lemon mojito recipe with step by step photos – refreshing summer mocktail beverage with fresh basil and lemon.

usually mojito is made with mint leaves. however, this drink with basil and lemon was so good, that we were amazed by the flavors. refreshing indeed in the summers. the peppery pungent taste of the basil complemented the tangy citrus taste of the lemons very well.

instead of fresh basil, you can also use mint leaves or holy basil (tulsi leaves). mojito can be made in many batches and makes a good party drink.

so lets start step by step basil lemon mojito recipe:

1. in a mortar-pestle or in a pitcher/cocktail shaker take ⅛ cup basil leaves (about 18 to 20 small basil leaves), 2 slices of lemon, 1 to 2 tbsp sugar, a pinch of salt. 2 tbsp sugar makes the drink sweet. if you want more predominant tangy taste, then add 1 tbsp sugar. to make the drink diabetic friendly, add a sugar substitute like stevia. you can also use honey instead of sugar.

2. muddle (lightly mash or crush) all the ingredients with a pestle or muddler. do remove the lemon seeds if any.

3. spoon the muddled ingredients in two glasses with all the juices and extract left on the mortar.

4. in each glass, add 1 tbsp lemon juice.

5. add some crushed ice or ice cubes.

6. pour soda or sparkling water or chilled water. you can also add half-half of soda and chilled water. stir very well with a stirrer or spoon.

7. serve basil lemon mojito immediately.

basil lemon mojito recipe below:

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basil lemon mojito recipe

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PREP TIME

15 mins

TOTAL TIME

15 mins

basil lemon mojito - refreshing summer mocktail beverage with fresh basil and lemon

AUTHOR: dassana

RECIPE TYPE: beverage

CUISINE: world

SERVES: 2

INGREDIENTS (measuring cup used, 1 cup = 250 ml)

• 18 to 20 small basil leaves or ⅛ cup basil leaves, about 1 gram (alternative is mint leaves)
• 2 thin round lemon slices
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• a pinch of salt
• 2 cups or 500 ml soda or sparkling water or water
• 1 to 2 tbsp sugar or add as per taste
• ice cubes or crushed ice as required

INSTRUCTIONS

1. in a mortar-pestle or in a pitcher take ⅛ cup basil leaves, 2 slices of lemon, 1 to 2 tbsp sugar, a pinch of salt. 2 tbsp sugar makes the drink sweet. if you want more predominant tangy taste, then add 1 tbsp sugar. to make the drink diabetic friendly, add a sugar substitute like stevia. you can also use honey instead of sugar.
2. muddle all the ingredients with the pestle.
3. spoon the muddled ingredients in two glasses.
4. in each glass, add 1 tbsp lemon juice
5. add some crushed ice or ice cubes.
6. pour soda or sparkling water or water. stir very well with a stirrer or spoon.
7. serve basil lemon mojito immediately.