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Bright, tangy, and irresistibly aromatic, preserved lemons are the secret ingredient that unlocks depth and vibrancy in dishes from Morocco to the Middle East. Their mellow, salty-citrus punch is unlike fresh lemon, bringing a soft zestiness and rich umami quality that makes food taste instantly more exotic.
These lemons, carefully cured in salt until their rinds turn silken and deeply perfumed, are a staple of North African kitchens and a growing favourite in modern UK cooking. They save you time and effort while delivering complex flavour. Chop them into tagines, blitz them into dressings, or slice them thinly over grilled fish. Their versatility makes them as at home in a family stew as in a chic Ottolenghi-style salad.
Here are ten deliciously modern ways to use preserved lemons:
Stir through a chicken and olive tagine for a Moroccan classic.
Blend into hummus for a tangy twist.
Add to couscous with roasted vegetables and herbs.
Whisk into vinaigrettes for vibrant salad dressings.
Mix with yoghurt and mint for a cooling dip.
Finely chop over grilled prawns or calamari.
Use in marinades for lamb or chicken skewers.
Fold into potato salad for a citrusy upgrade.
Add to lentil soups or stews for brightness.
Pair with roasted aubergine, tahini and pomegranate for a mezze platter.
Extra tip: Rinse lightly before use to adjust saltiness, and remember it’s the softened rind, not the flesh, that’s most prized.
Here are some recipe ideas to help you make the most of preserved lemons:“Absolutely love these, they make my couscous sing.”
“Never thought I’d use them so often, they’ve become a fridge essential.”
“Adds depth to sauces without overpowering—really clever ingredient.”
Preserved lemons, brine, safflower, nigella seeds.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Limited purchase on jarred products: one jarred product only per order.
Unfortunately due to logistical issues we can only ship one glass jarred product per order.
| Weight | 750 g |
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Currently we only ship to the United Kingdom.
Unfortunately due to logistical issues we can only ship one glass jarred product per order.
Out of stock products are usually replaced within 4 weeks.
This product is perfect for adventurous home cooks, food lovers who adore Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, and anyone keen to elevate everyday meals with a touch of authenticity.
I tried preserved lemons in a tagine for the first time—now I add them to everything, they’re such a flavour bomb!
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