Monk fruit (Luo Han Guo) is a natural low calorie sweetener, which is very suitable for cooking and baking as a substitute for sugar. Here are some examples of simple recipes made with Monk Fruit Sweetener:
### 1. Monk Fruit Sweetened Green Tea
- **Ingredients**:
- 1 teaspoon green tea leaves
- 250 ml boiling water
- 1-2 teaspoons monk fruit sweetener (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes (as desired)
- **Instructions**:
1. Place the green tea leaves in a cup.
2. Pour boiling water over the tea and steep for 3-5 minutes.
3. Add monk fruit sweetener and stir well.
4. Allow the tea to cool, then add ice cubes before serving.
### 2. Monk Fruit Sweetened Lemon Water
- **Ingredients**:
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 liter warm water
- 2-3 teaspoons monk fruit sweetener (adjust to taste)
- **Instructions**:
1. In a large pitcher, add the lemon juice.
2. Add warm water.
3. Stir in the monk fruit sweetener.
4. Mix until the sweetener is completely dissolved.
5. Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
### 3. Monk Fruit Sweetened Yogurt Fruit Salad
- **Ingredients**:
- Assorted fresh fruits (such as apples, bananas, strawberries, etc.) as desired
- 200 grams yogurt
- 1-2 teaspoons monk fruit sweetener (adjust to taste)
- **Instructions**:
1. Cut all the fruits into small pieces.
2. Combine the cut fruits in a large bowl.
3. In another bowl, mix the yogurt with the monk fruit sweetener.
4. Pour the yogurt mixture over the fruit and gently toss to coat.
5. Serve immediately or refrigerate before serving.
### 4. Monk Fruit Sweetened Honey Pomelo Tea
- **Ingredients**:
- 1 fresh pomelo (grapefruit)
- 50 grams honey
- 2-3 teaspoons monk fruit sweetener (adjust to taste)
- 500 ml water
- **Instructions**:
1. Wash the pomelo and peel off the skin, trying to avoid the white pith.
2. Place the pomelo flesh and peel in a pot with water.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
4. Add honey and monk fruit sweetener and continue cooking until the mixture thickens.
5. Remove from heat and let it cool, then strain out the flesh and peel.
6. Store in the refrigerator. To serve, dilute with water as desired.
These recipes are simple to prepare and can be adjusted according to personal taste preferences. Monk fruit sweetener, with its zero-calorie profile and minimal impact on blood sugar, is particularly suitable for those looking to control their weight or blood sugar levels. Enjoy these recipes!