{"id":"recipe_885e7a5d2f","slug":"yuja-tea-korean-citron-tea","title":"Yuja Tea (Korean Citron Tea)","description":"A fragrant, soothing, and vitamin-rich traditional Korean tea made from thinly sliced yuja (citron) fruit preserved in a sweet marmalade of honey and sugar.","serves":12,"time":{"prepMinutes":30,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":30},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g fresh yuja (citron)","name":"Lemon","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"thinly sliced","notes":"also known as Yuja; thoroughly washed","group":"Marmalade Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"250g granulated sugar","name":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1 1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"white sugar preferred for color","group":"Marmalade Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"250g honey","name":"Honey","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"natural wildflower or clover honey","group":"Marmalade Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 tbsp baking soda","name":"Baking Soda","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"powder","notes":"for scrubbing the fruit skins","group":"Cleaning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Scrub the yuja fruit with baking soda and salt to remove any wax or impurities from the skin. Rinse thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.","group":"Preparation","title":"Scrub the yuja fruit","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Cut the yuja in half. Remove all seeds as they can be very bitter. Slice the fruit, including the peel, into very thin half-moons or julienne strips.","group":"Preparation","title":"Cut the yuja in half","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced yuja with the sugar and honey. Mix well until the sugar begins to dissolve and the fruit is evenly coated.","group":"Assembly","title":"Combine the sliced yuja","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Transfer the mixture into a sterilized glass jar. Press down to remove air pockets. Wipe the rim clean and seal tightly.","group":"Storage","title":"Transfer the mixture","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Storage"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Leave the jar at room temperature for 1-2 days until the sugar is fully melted, then store in the refrigerator. Let it cure for at least 3-7 days for the best flavor.","group":"Storage","title":"Leave the jar at room temperature","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Storage"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"To serve, place 1-2 tablespoons of the yuja marmalade into a cup. Pour in 200ml (3/4 cup) of hot water (around 80°C (176°F)). Stir well and enjoy.","group":"Serving","title":"To serve, place 1-2 tablespoons of the yuja marmalade","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Yuja is a citrus fruit common in East Asia. If you cannot find fresh Yuja, you can substitute with a mix of lemon and mandarin oranges, though the flavor profile will differ slightly.","cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Korean"]},"course":["drink"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["glass jar","mixing bowl","knife","cutting board"],"diet":["vegetarian","vegan","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_fat","low_sodium"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"kg","note":"approximate weight of preserve"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The yuja preserve must be made ahead and cured for at least 3 days to develop flavor."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Keep refrigerated in an airtight glass jar. Use a clean spoon every time to avoid contamination.","reheatingNotes":"Serve hot by mixing with hot water, or cold by mixing with ice and sparkling water."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_885e7a5d2f%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=8d0f0921-9592-465b-a03a-ba0e40ba930a","imageAlt":"Yuja Tea (Korean Citron Tea) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["yujacha","citron tea","korean tea","winter drink","vitamin c","citrus preserve"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Yuja Tea (Korean Citron Tea)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T19:56:26.884Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T19:56:26.884Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_2c82edfdd6","slug":"bubble-milk-tea-boba","title":"Bubble Milk Tea (Boba)","description":"A classic and refreshing Taiwanese beverage featuring chewy tapioca pearls, rich black tea, and creamy milk sweetened with brown sugar syrup.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Taiwanese"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2c82edfdd6%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=2e27bc2e-0205-4c47-ad10-1e57c0098135","imageAlt":"Bubble Milk Tea (Boba) — recipe cover","tags":["boba","bubble tea","taiwanese","milky","sweet","cold drink"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_bf4f77aa0b","slug":"genmaicha-brown-rice-green-tea","title":"Genmaicha (Brown Rice Green Tea)","description":"A comforting, nutty, and aromatic Japanese green tea blended with roasted brown rice, offering a unique toasty flavor and a pale yellow hue.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":3,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":2},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Japanese"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","pescatarian","flexitarian","keto","paleo","mediterranean","low_carb","low_fat","low_sodium","high_protein","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_bf4f77aa0b%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=eef8b88f-6d51-46df-9f03-e7963797ea76","imageAlt":"Genmaicha (Brown Rice Green Tea) — recipe cover","tags":["tea","japanese","roasted rice","hot drink","healthy","genmaicha"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":3,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_297f67af9d","slug":"jasmine-tea","title":"Jasmine Tea","description":"A delicate and aromatic infusion of green tea leaves scented with fresh jasmine flowers, offering a floral aroma and a smooth, refreshing taste.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":1,"cookMinutes":3,"totalMinutes":4,"activeMinutes":1},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Chinese"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_297f67af9d%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=970a9c7b-26e7-4aca-b63e-81bd171ee3ac","imageAlt":"Jasmine Tea — recipe cover","tags":["tea","jasmine","aromatic","calming","floral","traditional"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":2,"stepCount":5}]}