Was ist Kaffir Lime?
An aromatic citrus fruit primarily valued for its intensely fragrant leaves and bumpy rind, essential in Thai and other Asian cuisines.
"The Aromatic Soul of Southeast Asia"
Technical Metrics
Common Usage (Thai Curry Pastes)
Found in almost all pastes
Global Recognition
Crucial for authentic Thai flavor
Shelf Life (Leaves, Refrigerated)
2-3 weeks
Geheimtipp des Chefs
Bruise or tear kaffir lime leaves before adding them to soups or curries to release their maximum aromatic oils and flavor. Remember to remove them before serving.
Wie man Kaffir Lime auswählt & lagert
- Look for fresh, vibrant green leaves without blemishes.
- Can be found frozen in Asian markets.
- Store fresh leaves in a sealed bag in the refrigerator.
Womit passt Kaffir Lime gut zusammen?
- Coconut milk
- lemongrass
- galangal
- chili
- fish sauce
- chicken
- seafood
- pork.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Wie schmeckt Kaffir Lime?
Intense citrus, floral, bright, aromatic, slightly bitter
Wie wählt und lagert man Kaffir Lime?
Look for fresh, vibrant green leaves without blemishes. Can be found frozen in Asian markets. Store fresh leaves in a sealed bag in the refrigerator.