Description
Preserved lemons are a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire, offering a unique tangy flavor that can elevate any dish. This easy preserved lemons recipe transforms fresh organic lemons into a vibrant condiment through the ancient method of salting and fermenting. With minimal ingredients—just fresh lemons and coarse sea salt—you can create a zesty staple that enhances salads, stews, dressings, and more. In just a few weeks, you’ll have a jar of these citrus gems ready to impress your family and friends. Enjoy their versatility in everyday cooking or use them to add gourmet flair to your gatherings. Discover how these preserved treasures can bring brightness and depth to your meals year-round.
Ingredients
- Fresh organic lemons
- Coarse sea salt
- Optional spices (e.g., coriander seeds, bay leaves)
Instructions
- Wash the lemons thoroughly and cut them into quarters while keeping them connected at the base.
- Generously sprinkle coarse sea salt inside each lemon quarter and pack them tightly.
- Place salted lemons in a clean glass jar, layering extra salt between them.
- Add optional spices between layers if desired for enhanced flavor.
- Seal the jar tightly and let it sit at room temperature for one week, shaking gently every few days.
- After a week, refrigerate for at least three weeks before using.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 21 days (fermentation)
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Fermenting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
