Preserved lemons
10 Aug 2016
Prep Time
10 minutes
Total Time
10 minutes
Background
One of the most important ingredients in North- African cooking is preserved lemons (Lamoura makbouss) - used in stews, salads and couscous. You can buy them at delis or supermarkets but actually it's incredible easy to make your own - you only need lemon, salt and a couple of jars. The homemade versions are not only more tasty but much cheaper too! Here is the basic recipe - you'll need 1 large or 2 small sterilized jars.
Ingredients
- 10 organic (or unvaxed) small lemons
- 10 Tbsp sea salt
- Freshly squeezed juice of 3-4 lemons
Instructions
- Wash the lemons and wipe them dry, then trim the ends. Sit each lemon on one trimmed end, then cut a cross ¾ down into it creating 4 fold-out wedges ( till attached at the base!)
- Put 1 spoonful of salt into each lemon, then firmly press them together in the jars.
- Seal the jars airtight and keep them in a cool, dark place for 3-4 days allowing them to soften.
- Press the softened lemons into the juice they have released, then pour over the freshly squeezed lemon juice to completely cover the lemons (you can add any spices, if used - see tips)
- Seal the jars airtight and keep them in a cool place for at least 1 month. After opening the jars, keep refrigerated.
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Categories
- Meal Type: - Budget - Preserves
- Cuisines: - North African
- Occasions: - Eid
- Ingredients: - Citrus
- Health and Diet: - Dairy Free - Fat Free - Gluten Free - Low Calorie - Low Fat - Raw Food - Vegan
- Skill Levels: - Easy
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