Bel Juice

Instructions

1. Cut the ripe bel in half and scoop out the pulp into a bowl.
2. Add water to the bowl with the bel pulp.
3. Mash the pulp and water mixture with a spoon to extract the juice.
4. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve or muslin cloth into another bowl to separate the juice from the pulp.
5. Add jaggery (or sugar) to the juice and mix well until dissolved.
6. If desired, add lemon juice for extra flavor.
7. Serve the juice in glasses over ice cubes, if using.

Tips

• Bel juice can be adjusted for sweetness based on personal preference.
• For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of black salt.