Salt preserved lemons recipe is more and more popular due to its simplicity but brings great benefits. Let’s explore 3 traditional recipes here.
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If you have so many lemons and do not know what to do with them, salt-preserved lemon is one of the best solutions. You just need to prepare a clean jar, and salt and follow the step-by-step tutorial that FGC will show in this article to make preserved lemons. These recipes are super easy but the result will surprise you.
How to make salt preserved lemons?
To put it simply, salt-preserved lemons are lemons soaked in salt, and let ferment for a month before use. The taste of salt preserved lemons is intensely lemony, salty, and umami. Salted lemon will add flavor to the dish that cannot be achieved by just using the lemon peel.
All you need to make salt preserved lemons are fresh lemons and salt. Some recipes can use black pepper, cinnamon, fennel seeds, coriander, etc., to add a bit of spice to the liquids. Preserved lemons with spices will have a different taste that is suitable for some dishes.

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Salt preserved lemons recipe
Salt preserved lemons recipe is traditional in the Middle East. However, people around the world are making preserved lemons in different ways to get their desired tastes. To preserve lemons, you can quarter them or slice them into circles. In some recipes, spices are added to give a distinctive flavor.
Salt preserved lemons recipe – Quarters version
This salt preserved lemons recipe is the traditional way many centuries ago. Each lemon will be cut into quarters to easily absorb salt, as well as help the lemons to be preserved longer than in small slices. This version is usually used in many dishes, mixed with fish, chicken, etc.
- Cut a thin slice at the top and bottom of each lemon.
- Split the lemon into quarters, keeping them attached at the base.
- Open the lemon and fill salt on each side.
- Put the lemon in the jar, and press onto the lemons to release its juice.
- Add more lemon juice to completely cover the lemon, topping with a little salt.
- Close the lid of the jar and leave it for a month before using it.

Salt preserved lemons recipe – Slices version
With the sliced version, it is easy to remove the lemon seeds. The thin lemon slices also absorb the salt quickly because there is more exposed surface area in contact with the salt. So it will take a shorter time to make the preserved lemon ready to use. This salt preserved lemons recipe is more convenient in beverages. Its beautiful slices can be used to decorate some drinks.
- Cut and remove the stem of the lemon.
- Slice all the lemons into 1/8 -1/4 inch circles and remove the seeds.
- Put salt at the bottom of the jar, then add a layer of lemon and a layer of salt.
- Press the slices down and add more juice if needed to completely cover the lemon.
- Sprinkle a little salt on top of the final layer of lemon slices.
- Close the lid of the jar and let it sit for several weeks before use.

Salt preserved lemons recipe – Moroccan preserved lemons
Morocco is known for its traditional cuisine which contains a lot of spices and seasonings. This preserved lemons recipe is a great example. With this recipe, the lemons will be cut into quarters, the same as in the first recipe. However, it will add some herbs and spices such as black pepper, cinnamon, etc. Salt preserved lemons with added spices have a warm and a little sweet, spicy taste.
- Cut an X into the lemons to quarter them, but let them remain attached at the base.
- Mix salt with the powder of black pepper, cinnamon, etc.
- Put the seasoned salt in the cut lemons.
- Pack all the lemons into a jar and add lemon juice.
- Close the jar as tightly as possible and store it for at least 1 month.

How to use salt preserved lemons?
Preserved lemons are commonly used in food recipes, especially in Middle East cuisine. You can easily find them in some dressings and sauces, as well as in fish and chicken tagines. Salt preserved lemons recipe give a delicious taste when chopped and added to salads. In Vietnam, salt preserved lemons are widely used in beverages.
To use salt preserved lemons, you should separate the pulp. The fragrant rind can be cut, sliced, and added to numerous dishes. The pulp is usually cooked in some stews and soups. Besides, with the preserved lemon juice, you can make a refreshing drink by blending it with water or tea leaves.
Source:
https://silkroadrecipes.com/moroccan-preserved-lemons/
https://www.craftbeering.com/preserved-lemons-recipe/
Conclusion
Here are 3 typical methods to make preserved lemons that you can try. Salt preserved lemons recipe just needs about 20 minutes to make, but it can last for a year. Now you have a fragrant salted lemon jar to use in millions of delicious dishes.
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