Moroccan Preserved Lemons

The lemons have to be cured for at least 1 month but then they will keep for many months in the fridge, where their flavor intensifies over time. They are preserved whole but only the peel is used in cooking, the flesh is discarded. If possible, use organic lemons.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 22 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup kosher salt
• 6 organic lemons
• 1 cup lukewarm water, or as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Scrub lemons thoroughly under cold running water. Cut each lemon into quarters, but do not cut all the way through the top, so that the lemon still holds together.

Step 2

Rub lemons generously with salt inside and out and along all the cuts. Place them in a large sterilized jar with a tight-fitting lid. Add lukewarm water to cover; the lemons should be fully immersed. Screw on the lid and let cure for 1 month in a dark, dry, and cool place.