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Moroccan Salt Lemon | Preserved Lemons

Prep time 15 minutes
Soaking time 30 days
Total Time 30 days 15 minutes

Equipment

  • 1-2 jars with screw-top lids

Ingredients

  • 4-5 organic lemons
  • 6-7 tablespoons of salt
  • Water

Instructions 

  • Wash the jars and their lids thoroughly and sterilize them with boiling water
  • Wash the lemon thoroughly, ideally using a brush, and then pat dry. Set one lemon aside and cut off both ends of the other
  • Cut the lemons lengthwise from one end, close to the stop but not all the way through. Turn them over and cut the other side in the same way, but this time offset by 45° from the cut at the other end
  • Fill each incision with a spoonful of salt and carefully place them in the glass. Place all the lemons close together in the glass and press firmly to minimize the space between them
  • Fill the glass with previously boiled and slightly cooled water (lukewarm) until everything is covered, add the juice of one lemon and seal tightly
  • Store in a dark place at room temperature for approximately 4-6 weeks. Then open and enjoy!

Notes

Once opened, it can be stored in the refrigerator for months.
Always use a clean spoon or fork to take out the contents and
reseal tightly!
Bon appétit!
Fadi
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: cuisine du monde, Moroccan
Keyword: cuisine du monde