BHA & BHT Free Fresh Orange Juice
Few things beat a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, and this two-ingredient version is about as pure and satisfying as it gets. Store-bought juices often contain synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT to extend shelf life, so making your own at home is one of the easiest ways to sidestep those additives entirely. All you need is a handful of ripe navel or Valencia oranges and a citrus juicer — no labels to scrutinize, no hidden ingredients to worry about. The optional pinch of salt is a small but clever touch that subtly brightens the natural sweetness of the fruit. Straining out the seeds gives you a clean, smooth pour, though leaving the pulp in is completely your call. It's the kind of recipe that takes almost no effort but tastes like you really did something special.
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2 servings
- 4 large navel or valencia oranges
- 1 pinch salt (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Halve 4 large oranges crosswise. Press each half firmly onto a citrus juicer and twist to extract the juice, working over a measuring cup or bowl until all halves are juiced — you should have about 2 cups of juice.
- 2
Pour the juice through a fine-mesh strainer into glasses to remove seeds and excess pulp, or skip the strainer if you prefer pulpy juice. Add a pinch of salt, if using, and stir briefly. Serve immediately.