A simple recipe for making preserved lemons, perfect for adding a tangy flavor to various dishes.

Prep Time
4min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
24min
Preserved Lemon recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 tbsp)
  • 3piece
    lemons (quartered)
  • 2tbsp
    salt
  • 3cups
    water

How to make Preserved Lemon

  1. Place lemon quarters in a saucepan.

  2. Add the salt and water, and bring to a boil.

  3. When boiling, turn down the heat to a simmer and cover with a lid.

  4. Simmer until lemon rinds are soft.

  5. Drain and cool the lemons.

  6. Trim the lemon rinds by cutting away all the lemon and white parts under the rinds.

  7. Use the yellow part of the rind in your dishes.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the lemons are fully submerged in water while simmering for even cooking.

  2. Preserved lemons can be stored in the refrigerator for several weeks.

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Anna Middleton

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I have been a professional South African chef for 18 years, now teaching kids & adults how to cook by using their instincts. I...