{"id":"oranzada_7962f4dcd6","slug":"oranzada","title":"Oranżada","description":"A classic, refreshing Eastern European carbonated orange drink. This nostalgic homemade version uses fresh orange juice and a simple syrup base for a bright, citrusy flavor that far surpasses store-bought soda.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":75,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500ml fresh orange juice","name":"Orange Juice","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"juiced","notes":"freshly squeezed","group":"Liquid Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"250ml water","name":"Water","quantity":250,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"for the syrup","group":"Syrup","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"100g white sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":100,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"white","group":"Syrup","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 lemon, juiced","name":"Lemon","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"juiced","notes":"freshly squeezed","group":"Liquid Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 liter chilled sparkling water","name":"Sparkling water","quantity":1,"unit":"l","usQuantity":"4 1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"carbonated","notes":"very cold","group":"Liquid Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"Orange slices for garnish","name":"Orange","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"sliced","notes":"","group":"Garnish","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a small saucepan, combine the 250ml (1 cup) of still water and 100g (1/2 cup) of sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved. Bring to a brief boil, then remove from heat.","group":"Make the Syrup","title":"Combine the 250ml of still water and 100g of sugar","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Make the Syrup"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Allow the sugar syrup to cool completely to room temperature. You can speed this up by placing the pan in an ice bath.","group":"Make the Syrup","title":"Allow the sugar syrup","timerMinutes":60,"sourceTitle":"Make the Syrup"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Once the syrup is cool, stir in the 500ml (2 cups) of fresh orange juice and the lemon juice. Mix well until combined.","group":"Combine","title":"Stir in the 500ml of fresh orange juice and the lemon juice","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Combine"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Just before serving, pour the orange concentrate into a large pitcher. Slowly add the 1 liter (4 1/4 cups) of chilled sparkling water. Stir gently to avoid losing too much carbonation.","group":"Assemble","title":"Just before serving","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assemble"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Pour into glasses filled with ice. Garnish each glass with an orange slice and serve immediately.","group":"Serve","title":"Pour into glasses filled","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serve"}],"notes":"For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed oranges. If you prefer it less sweet, reduce the sugar in the syrup. You can also add a sprig of mint for a modern twist.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Polish"]},"course":[],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["saucepan","citrus juicer","large pitcher","stirring spoon"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1.8,"unit":"l","note":"Makes approximately 6 large glasses"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The orange syrup concentrate (syrup mixed with fruit juices) can be made up to 2 days in advance."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store the concentrate in an airtight container in the fridge. Do not add sparkling water until ready to serve.","reheatingNotes":""}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Foranzada_7962f4dcd6%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=7ac4efee-4a09-41a2-8336-19730fff1252","imageAlt":"Oranżada — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["orange","soda","soft drink","homemade soda","refreshing","citrus","traditional"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Oranżada","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T05:50:43.142Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T05:50:43.142Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_64bc72ba95","slug":"apple-ginger-drink","title":"Apple Ginger Drink","description":"A warming and aromatic Eastern European beverage made with fresh apples, zesty ginger, and a hint of honey. Perfect for cozy evenings or as a refreshing vitamin boost.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Ukrainian"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","flexitarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_64bc72ba95%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=88fc0711-9ce8-4218-ba83-8d4c46dff200","imageAlt":"Apple Ginger Drink — recipe cover","tags":["warming","healthy","ginger","apple","vitamins","winter drink"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":4},{"id":"recipe_943b7108be","slug":"buckwheat-porridge-hrechana-kasha","title":"Buckwheat Porridge (Hrechana Kasha)","description":"A nutritious, nutty, and comforting Eastern European staple. 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Known for its healing properties, it's a comforting staple of Eastern European cuisine.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Czech"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein","mediterranean"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fcesnecka_3c0664ee63%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f94edd5a-d39d-486a-aee1-63c98bcf6625","imageAlt":"Česnečka (Czech Garlic Soup) — recipe cover","tags":["garlic","soup","czech","comfort food","healthy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":10,"stepCount":6}]}