Moroccan Preserved Lemons

Name: Moroccan Preserved Lemons
Prep time: 2 min
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 10-12 fresh lemons; 2 lbs kosher salt

Ingredients

10-12 fresh lemons
2 lbs kosher salt

Preserved lemons are a common ingredient in Moroccan and North African cuisine. They bring a wonderful flavor to soups stews as well as salads.

Wash and dry the lemons, then cut them in half lengthwise.
Using a large non-reactive container large enough to hold the lemons add some salt and then add the lemons.
Then cover the lemons completely with salt. The lemons should be totally covered.
Cover the container then place in a dark place for 2-3 months.
To use remove the amount of lemons needed and rinse off completely.
Scrape out the pulp and pith.
The lemon rind with be tan in color.
The rind may be sliced or chopped.
If using uncooked or in a salad, simmer in water for about 30 seconds to remove unwanted salt.

10

2 min