Condiment
Preserved lemon
حامض مصير
Also called salted lemon, citron confit
What it is
Lemons packed in salt until the rind turns silky and the pith goes tame.
Origin
North Africa.
Flavour
Salty, floral, fermented citrus.
How to use it
Rinse, scoop the pulp if it is too salty, and chop the rind into tagines.
Storage
Fridge in its brine.
Can you recognise Preserved lemon?
Ingredient challengeQuestions about Preserved lemon
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What is Preserved lemon?
Lemons packed in salt until the rind turns silky and the pith goes tame.
How do I use Preserved lemon?
Rinse, scoop the pulp if it is too salty, and chop the rind into tagines.
How do I store Preserved lemon?
Fridge in its brine.
What does it taste like?
Salty, floral, fermented citrus.
What can replace Preserved lemon?
fresh zest plus a pinch of salt (low for tagine). You get brightness, not the fermented silk. An emergency, not the same ingredient.
Nutrition
Per 100g · estimate · USDA FoodData Central averages and equivalent published tables. Values are typical, not lab tests of your shopping bag.
