Preserved lemons

Preserved lemon is a traditional North African condiment where its sour and salty flavor is adds a distinct flavor to classic tagines, roast chickens and other meals.

A quick and salty solution for preserved lemons. Traditional preserved lemons, a staple of Moroccan cuisine, are a great example of the transformative powers of salt and time. Whole lemons are slit open with a knife, packed with salt, and then stored for weeks to ferment (this is another example of lacto-fermentation, the process responsible for our Fermented Beets and Beet Kvass). They’re a great pantry item to have in the fridge, ready to be used in stews, vinaigrettes, and sauces. But…

Moroccan preserved lemons are so easy to make! This is the best way to preserve lemons, and the whole lemon is used. You only need two ingredients, lemons and sea salt. This recipe takes about 10 minutes to prep and four weeks of fermentation time.

Add a burst of tangy flavor to your dishes with preserved lemons! This guide shows how to incorporate preserved lemons into a variety of recipes, from hearty Moroccan tagines to zesty salad dressings. Whether you’re creating DIY preserved lemon pasta or using them as a flavor enhancer for sauces and marinades, these little citrus gems are a kitchen game changer.

Add a bold, bright, and intense lemon flavor to many cuisines and dishes with savory, tangy DIY preserved lemons - for yourself or as a gift!

A wonderful way to preserve fresh lemons to use in teas.

Preserved Lemons are easy to make and great to have on hand! Keep them in your refrigerator and add them into all of your favorite dishes, sauces, and dressings for a burst of zingy, citrusy lemon.

This Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette is extra delicious, bright yellow, and easier to make than you might think! Preserved lemons are savory, salty, zesty, and a little sweet. They give this dressing an amazing bright flavor that's perfect for salads, roasted veggies, and more. It's different, simple, and everyone's favorite!

Learn how to use preserved lemons in your cooking. They’re a versatile ingredient that transforms everything from meaty tagines to cocktails.

We believe a dish can comfort with familiarity and delight with surprise. This surprise might come from sumac on scrambled eggs or sweet-sour barberries in a frittata or salad. But the ultimate flavour bomb is preserved lemon skin, chopped or sliced. It pairs well with oily fish, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. Experiment with it, but beware—it’s addictive. We store ours in Kilner jars, which are easy to find. Once you start, you'll always have a batch ready. The preserving process…