Fragrant, tangy and full of citrus character, yuja brings a bright flavour to Korean drinks and desserts. A spoonful of sweet yuja preserve is an easy way to discover it, whether stirred into a warm cup or used in your favourite recipe.
Yuja-cha is traditionally made by mixing a sweet citrus preserve with water. The preserve, often called yuja-cheong, combines fruit and peel with sugar or honey. Recipes differ between producers, giving each product its own balance of sweetness, sharpness and texture.
For a warm drink, stir the preserve into hot water using the serving guidance on the jar. Adjust to taste. For a refreshing variation, dissolve it in a little warm water first, then add cold sparkling water and ice.
Try it beyond the teacup. Spoon a little over yoghurt or ice cream, stir it into a dressing, or use it to add a citrus note to a cake glaze. These are serving ideas to experiment with: the sweetness and fruit content vary from one preserve to another.
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Background: Korea Tourism Organization — Yuja-cha.