Lemon zest
Yellow outer lemon peel used in small quantities for flavour.
What it offers and why to use it
Yellow outer lemon peel used in small quantities for flavour.
Use a fine grater to remove only the yellow layer, avoiding the bitter white pith.
Choose fresh lemons with skin suitable for culinary use and wash well before zesting. Zest just before use or freeze small portions in a sealed container.
Yellow outer lemon peel used in small quantities for flavour.
From shopping to cooking
Choose
Choose fresh lemons with skin suitable for culinary use and wash well before zesting.
Store
Zest just before use or freeze small portions in a sealed container.
Prepare
Use a fine grater to remove only the yellow layer, avoiding the bitter white pith.
How to make the most of it
Good pairings
Combine with the ingredients and seasonings of the relevant preparation.
How to substitute it
Use the identified ingredient; substitutions change texture, timing and allergens.
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