Quick Preserved Lemons

Name: Quick Preserved Lemons
Yield: 1/2 cup (serving size: 1 teaspoon)
Ingredients: 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 lemons, washed and quartered

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Preserving lemons typically takes 4 to 6 weeks to acquire the right consistency and flavor. However, this quick method bypasses the lengthy preservation time and is a great substitute for the real thing. Use the rind to accent a variety of dishes, from seafood to vegetable stir-fries.

By Kitty Morse

Recipe by Cooking Light June 2004

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Credit: Randy Mayor; Cindy Barr

Recipe Summary

Yield:

1/2 cup (serving size: 1 teaspoon)

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

1 cup water
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 lemons, washed and quartered

Directions

Step 1
Combine water and salt in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Add lemons; cook 30 minutes or until liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup and lemon rind is tender. Remove from heat; cool to room temperature.

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Chef's Notes

Mash the pulp in a sauce or a stew, or use it to baste chicken or lamb. These can be made several days ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. To distribute the flavor, chop before adding to a dish.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

2 calories; protein 0.1g; carbohydrates 1g; fiber 0.4g; iron 0.1mg; sodium 235mg; calcium 6mg.

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SillyCow

09/12/2009

This is quite possibly the greatest addition to my culinary repertoire in a decade! What a delightful surprise to discover how versatile these lemons are! A bit of chopped preserved lemon rind as a substitute for lemon juice in any recipe takes it to a whole new level. Try it in tuna salad. Add to hummus. Also good in couscous, riceâ¦ your favorite fish recipeâ¦ the possibilities are endless. Remember to rinse the lemons before using, as they are extremely salty. Youâve got to try this to really âget itâ.

pjnosek

02/01/2009

A delight to add to many recipes from Middle Eastern dishes to fresh green vegetables. Enjoy P.S. While cooking the lemons, the aroma fills our home and eases the 'closed-in' feeling of winter.

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