How do you tone down bitter lemon flavor?

1. Add sugar. This is the most obvious solution, and it works well in most cases. Simply add sugar to taste until the bitterness is reduced to your liking.

2. Add baking soda. Baking soda is a natural alkalizer that can help to neutralize the acids in bitter lemon juice. Add a small amount of baking soda to your recipe (usually about 1/4 teaspoon per cup of liquid), and stir until it is dissolved. Taste the mixture and add more baking soda if needed.

3. Use a different citrus fruit. If you find lemon juice to be too bitter, you can try using a different citrus fruit, such as orange, grapefruit, or lime. These fruits have a lower acidity level than lemons, so they will produce a less bitter flavor.

4. Add other flavors. You can also try adding other flavors to your recipe to help to balance out the bitterness of the lemon juice. Some good options include vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger.

5. Use less lemon juice. If all else fails, you can simply reduce the amount of lemon juice you use in your recipe. This will obviously reduce the bitterness, but it may also affect the overall flavor of the dish.