Make lemonade to quench your thirst
On a hot summer day, a glass of chilled lemonade is a great way to cool off. Take a fresh lemon, cut it in half, squeeze out one-third of the juice and pour it into a glass filled with ice. Fill with about 250 ml of purified or sparkling water and stir gently. Add a little honey or sugar to taste and enjoy the refreshing blend of coolness and sweetness.
Make a sweet and sour lemon sauce
The sweet and sour flavor of lemon sauce adds a touch of spice to desserts such as muffins and cakes. Whisk 120g of sugar with 60g of cornstarch. In a separate saucepan, pour in 250ml water, 120ml lemon juice and a pinch of salt and bring to the boil. Gradually pour the sugar and cornstarch mixture into the boiling water, stirring as you go. Heat over a low heat until thickened, remove from the heat and add 25g of cubed butter, stirring until melted. Pour into a clean container, cover with plastic wrap to fit the surface and refrigerate.
Preserved Lemons for a Fresh Flavor
Preserved lemons are bursting with flavor. Prepare a clean glass jar with 100 grams of salt. Take 6 lemons, wash them and cut them into quarters, place them in the jar and pour 500 ml of olive oil over them. Cover with a lid and place in a cool place, shaking every other day for about a month to finish pickling. The preserved lemons are full of flavor and make a great addition to salads, grilled meats or stews.
Flavored grilled meats, tart and appetizing
The warmth of grilled meats and the tartness of lemons collide to create a mouth-watering spark. While the meat is roasting, thinly slice lemons and sprinkle them over the meat, or just squeeze the lemon juice into the marinade. The penetration of the lemon juice during the grilling process not only makes the meat more tender and juicy, but also adds a refreshing hint of acidity that stimulates the taste buds and whets the appetite.
Making the salad, fresh and crisp
The crispness of the salad and the tartness of the lemon play a duet for the palate. To make the salad dressing, take a bowl and add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ? teaspoon salt and ? teaspoon of black pepper and mix well. Drain the washed vegetables, add them to the bowl, drizzle in the dressing and toss gently. Drizzle with a little lemon zest and garnish with fresh spices* for a refreshing lemon salad.
Baked Lemon Tart, Sweet and Tangy
Lemon tart has a balance of sweet and tart that is always memorable. Prepare a pie crust by placing it in a mold and poking small holes in the bottom with a fork. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. In a large bowl, whisk together 150 ml sugar, 3 eggs, 100 ml lemon juice and 120 ml milk. Pour into the pie crust and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until set. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with powdered sugar and enjoy the sweet and sour mix.
Making Lemon Pie, a Classic Delight
Lemon pie, a classic in the dessert world. Take a pie crust, place it in a mold and poke small holes in the bottom with a fork. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 egg yolks, 100 ml sugar, 3 tablespoons cornstarch and a few drops of lemon juice. In a separate bowl, whip 3 egg whites to wet peaks. Mix the egg yolk batter with the meringue, pour into the pie crust and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until set. Once cooled, squeeze whipped cream over the pie and enjoy this unforgettable lemon pie.
Lemon, nature's tart gem, surprises our taste buds with its versatile flavor. From thirst-quenching drinks to sweet and sour sauces, from tangy marinades to appetizing barbecue seasonings, to refreshing salads and sweet and savory baking, lemons have a multitude of uses for you to explore.