Moroccan Preserved Lemon
Moroccan Preserved Lemons have a unique lemon flavor without any of the bitter, tart characteristics of fresh lemons. They are an important ingredient when making many Moroccan and other North African dishes.
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Servings: 10
Calories: 18kcal
Ingredients
- 3-5 Lemons Quartered
- 3-5 Tablespoons Salt
- 10-12 Whole Black Peppercorns
- 2 Lemons Juice Only
Instructions
- Wash and scrub the lemons
- Cut lemons into quarters lengthwise, remove stems and as many seeds as possible
- Pack Lemons tightly into a sealable jar, as lemons vary in size follow this formula: 1 lemon, 1 tablespoon of salt, 2-3 black peppercorns, repeat with each layer to distribute the salt evenly until the jar is tightly packed
- Once the jar is full, squeeze additional lemons to completely fill the jar with juice, cover and shake the jar gently to displace air bubbles, add additional juice if needed
- Tighten the lid and refrigerate for at least a month
Nutrition Facts
Moroccan Preserved Lemon
Amount Per Serving
Calories 18
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 2094mg91%
Potassium 88mg3%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 13IU0%
Vitamin C 29mg35%
Calcium 20mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.