عصير قمر الدين

Cut the qamar al-din paste into small pieces and place them in a bowl. Pour 1 liter of hot water over them.

Cover the bowl and let it soak for 3 hours, until the paste softens completely.

After soaking, use an electric pitcher or blender to puree the mixture until smooth.

Divide the mixture into two equal portions:

Orange Qamar al-Din Drink: Add to the first half – ½ cup sugar, ½ cup orange juice, and 3 cups cold water.

Blend well until fully combined.

Add orange blossom water to taste (about 1 teaspoon).

Strawberry Qamar al-Din Drink: In the blender, add to the second half – ½ cup sugar (or adjust to taste), 1½ cups chopped strawberries, and 4 cups cold water.

Blend until smooth and refreshing.

Chill both drinks in the refrigerator and serve cold, especially during Ramadan.