The Original Black Lemon Powder 40g

Dried Black Lemon Powder

The Original Black Lemon Powder 40g is a fragrant Middle Eastern citrus seasoning that brings bright yet complex flavour to everyday cooking. Made from traditional black lemons also known as dried limes this fine powder delivers zesty citrus with gentle bitterness and a subtle warm spice note that you simply do not get from fresh lemon juice. Black lemons are whole limes that have been blanched in salted water then slowly dried until they turn dark and intensely aromatic a staple known as loomi in many Middle Eastern kitchens.

In this ready to use powdered form it is easy to stir into sauces marinades soups and stews for an instant depth of citrus flavour. Because it is already finely ground you can add a pinch at the beginning of cooking to build flavour or sprinkle more at the end if you want a brighter finish. Many people search for what black lemon powder is used for and how to use black lemon powder and the answer is that it works in almost anything that benefits from a little tang including pasta dishes grain salads roasted vegetables and rice.

Black lemon powder is also surprisingly good in sweets. A small amount lifts smoothies ice cream sorbets and cakes with a grown up citrus note that is more rounded than standard lemon zest. It pairs especially well with vanilla chocolate honey and yoghurt making it a useful store cupboard spice when you want to add something a bit different without changing a whole recipe.

Key Features:

• Finely milled black lemon powder made from authentic dried Middle Eastern limes for convenient everyday seasoning
• Easy to measure and sprinkle so you can control citrus intensity in sauces marinades soups and stews with a simple pinch.
• Versatile flavour that works in both savoury and sweet dishes from tray bakes and rice to smoothies ice cream and cakes.
• Adds sour citrus depth without extra liquid which is helpful in recipes where you do not want to dilute sauces or batters.
• Size: 40g

Recipe Inspiration:

• Middle Eastern style tomato soup: Stir a teaspoon of black lemon powder into a simple tomato soup as it simmers. The dried lime flavour brings gentle sourness and depth that balances the sweetness of the tomatoes and makes the soup taste more rounded.
• Citrus spiced roast vegetables: Toss carrots potatoes cauliflower or squash with olive oil salt and a light sprinkle of black lemon powder before roasting. The heat wakes up the smoky sour citrus notes and the spice clings well to the edges of the vegetables.
• Black lemon yoghurt dressing: Mix thick yoghurt with garlic a squeeze of fresh lemon and a pinch of black lemon powder then loosen with a little water or olive oil. Spoon over grilled chicken roasted vegetables or grain bowls for an easy tangy dressing with a Middle Eastern twist.
• Citrus and black lemon sponge cake: Add a small pinch of black lemon powder to a simple lemon or orange sponge along with the zest. The powder adds a slightly smoky perfumed citrus note that works well with a light icing or a drizzle of honey and yoghurt on top.

What is black lemon powder made from?

Black lemon powder is made by grinding whole black lemons which are actually dried limes. These limes are briefly boiled in salted water and then dried in the sun or in low heat until they turn dark and light in weight. Once fully dried they are crushed into a fine powder that can be used as a spice in everyday cooking.

What does black lemon powder taste like compared with fresh lemon?

Black lemon powder has a deeper more complex flavour than fresh lemon. It still tastes citrusy and sour but also brings earthy slightly smoky and lightly fermented notes with a gentle bitterness around the edges. This makes it particularly good in long cooked dishes and rich sauces where a squeeze of fresh lemon might be too sharp.

How do you use black lemon powder in cooking?

You can use black lemon powder anywhere you want a dry sour citrus seasoning. Sprinkle it into soups stews and tagines while they cook or dust it over roasted vegetables fish or grilled meats just before serving. It also works in spice rubs salad dressings rice dishes and even desserts such as sorbets and cakes where you want citrus flavour without adding extra liquid. Start with a small pinch then taste and adjust as the flavour is quite concentrated.

Ingredients:

Lemon.

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