How To Make Preserved Lemons

Making preserved lemons is easy! Start 3 weeks to a month ahead of time needed and then store in the fridge for months!

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings jar

Calories 196kcal

Author Dani Meyer

Ingredients

4-8 lemons Meyer are preferable
4-8 tablespoons salt
Lemon Juice

Instructions

Cut lemons into quarters or score almost through in a X shape.
Cover each lemon with a tablespoon of salt.
Pack into a glass jar and smash down with a spoon or cocktail muddler.
Cover with tight fitted lid or a cloth or papertowel secured tightly with a rubberband.
Smash down every day for 3 days. If not completely immersed by day 3 then top up with lemon juice until submersed.
Allow to sit on the counter for 1-2 weeks then refrigerate for at least 1 week.

Notes

*Notes claim these will last in refrigerator for 6 months to a year. I have not tested this fact.

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