Preserved Lemons
A traditional condiment made by curing fresh lemons in a salt and sugar mixture. These preserved lemons develop a unique flavor and tender texture over time, perfect for adding depth to Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes.
4 servings
30 min
Ingredients
- •2 cups kosher salt
- •½ cup sugar
- •5 whole lemons
- •preferably organic
- •scrubbed
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Combine salt and sugar in a medium bowl. Cut lemons into quarters lengthwise. Pack alternating layers of salt mixture and lemons into a 1-qt. glass jar or nonreactive container. Cover and chill at least 1 month and up to 1 year, shaking every day for the first 2 weeks to redistribute curing mixture and the brine that will form.
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