How To Make Boiled Lemons

Boiling whole lemons softens the peel and removes bitterness so the whole lemon becomes edible. Use them chopped or puréed in sauces, dressings, marinades and baking.

Course garnish

Cuisine All

Keyword Boiled lemons

Cook Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings lemons

Calories 31kcal

Author Nicole Shroff

Ingredients

2 lemons unwaxed, washed
water for boiling

Instructions

Place 2 lemons in a pan of water for boiling, cover and bring to a boil then turn down the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
Drain and carefully remove lemons using a large spoon then set aside in a dish to cool.

Notes

Boiled lemon uses

Boiled lemons can be used in a wide variety of savoury recipes as the peel becomes tender and the bitterness is reduced, making the entire lemon edible. Finely chop or blend boiled lemons and add them to sauces, soups, marinades, salad dressings, grain dishes, or chicken and fish recipes for a mild, balanced citrus flavour.

Storing instructions

These are the same for whole boiled lemons and pureed boiled lemons.

Boiled lemons can be kept in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

To freeze, cool to room temperature the store in a sealed container in the freezer for up to three months.

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