{"id":"sok_od_sljive_i_umbira_29e9b885e6","slug":"plum-and-ginger-juice","title":"Plum and Ginger Juice","description":"A vibrant, refreshing, and slightly spicy drink popular in Eastern Europe, combining the natural sweetness of ripe plums with a zesty ginger kick.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1 kg plums, pitted","name":"Plum","quantity":1,"unit":"kg","usQuantity":2.2,"usUnit":"lb","form":"pitted and halved","notes":"use ripe plums for best flavor","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"30 g fresh ginger","name":"Ginger","quantity":30,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"oz","form":"peeled and grated","notes":"fresh root","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 liter water","name":"Water","quantity":1,"unit":"l","usQuantity":"4 1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"100 g sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":100,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"sweetener","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tbsp lemon juice","name":"Lemon Juice","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tbsp","form":"freshly squeezed","notes":"helps preservation and balances sweetness","group":"seasoning","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Wash, pit, and halve the plums. Peel the ginger root and grate it finely.","group":"Preparation","title":"Wash, pit, and halve the plums","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large pot, combine the plums, grated ginger, water, and sugar.","group":"Cooking","title":"Combine the plums, grated ginger, water, and sugar","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes until the plums are very soft.","group":"Cooking","title":"Bring the mixture","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until smooth, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean pitcher.","group":"Straining","title":"Remove from heat","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Straining"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Stir in the lemon juice. Allow the juice to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.","group":"Cooling","title":"Stir in the lemon juice","timerMinutes":120,"sourceTitle":"Cooling"}],"notes":"You can adjust the sugar amount based on the sweetness of your plums. For a clearer juice, use a cheesecloth for straining instead of a sieve.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Balkan"]},"course":["sauce"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","boil"],"equipment":["Large pot","Immersion blender","Fine mesh sieve","Grater","Pitcher"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"l","note":"Yields approximately 1 liter of juice"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The juice can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and kept in the refrigerator."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in a sealed glass bottle or pitcher in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Best served cold, but can be warmed up for a cozy winter drink."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsok_od_sljive_i_umbira_29e9b885e6%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=9d9c0b1a-1d6f-45a3-bc7d-a9f18b537759","imageAlt":"Plum and Ginger Juice — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["plum","ginger","juice","homemade","refreshing","traditional","fruit drink"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Plum and Ginger Juice","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T05:48:41.519Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T05:48:41.519Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_a370768489","slug":"cranberry-sauce","title":"Cranberry Sauce","description":"A classic sweet and tart Eastern European style cranberry sauce, perfect as a vibrant accompaniment to roasted meats or festive desserts.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Ukrainian"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","egg_free","soy_free","shellfish_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_a370768489%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=3f04a722-019a-494a-96d5-1e162086d20e","imageAlt":"Cranberry Sauce — recipe cover","tags":["cranberry","sauce","eastern european","tart","sweet","holiday side"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"sos_koperkowy_00196361f0","slug":"creamy-dill-sauce-sos-koperkowy","title":"Creamy Dill Sauce (Sos Koperkowy)","description":"A velvety, aromatic Eastern European sauce made with fresh dill and a light cream base, traditionally served over boiled potatoes, meatballs, or fish.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Polish"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsos_koperkowy_00196361f0%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=5d2e8be7-399f-40aa-9f32-5280466e00fc","imageAlt":"Creamy Dill Sauce (Sos Koperkowy) — recipe cover","tags":["dill","creamy","polish","traditional","herb sauce"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":8,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_7b6cf91817","slug":"creamy-mushroom-sauce","title":"Creamy Mushroom Sauce","description":"A rich, velvety Eastern European style mushroom sauce made with fresh mushrooms, sautéed onions, and a touch of sour cream. 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