Nước Chanh Muối

Ingredients(for Approx. 250 ml per serving, typical Vietnamese glass)

• 2 medium Preserved salted lemon (chanh muối)
• 500 ml Filtered water (Nước lọc)
• 2 tablespoons Raw cane sugar (đường mía)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice (Nước chanh tươi) - optional
• 1 cup Ice cubes (Đá viên) - optional
• 4-6 leaves Mint leaves (Lá bạc hà) - optional
• 1/4 teaspoon Sea salt (Muối biển) - optional
• 1 tablespoon Stevia or monk fruit sweetener (Low-calorie alternative) - optional
• 1/2 teaspoon Lemon zest (Optional for aroma) - optional

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse preserved salted lemons under running water to remove excess salt. Slice each lemon in half and gently squeeze to release juice into a mixing pitcher.

   5 minutes

   Rinsing ensures a balanced flavor and prevents overpowering saltiness.

2. 2

   Add filtered water to the pitcher with the lemon juice and preserved lemons. Stir well to mix.

   2 minutes

   Use cold, filtered water for best taste and clarity.

3. 3

   Add raw cane sugar (or sweetener) and sea salt. Stir until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness and salt to taste.

   3 minutes

   Taste as you go; traditional Nước Chanh Muối is tangy and mildly sweet.

4. 4

   Optional: Add fresh lemon juice and lemon zest for extra brightness and aroma.

   2 minutes

   Fresh lemon juice enhances the drink’s freshness without overwhelming the preserved lemon flavor.