Was ist Key Lime?
A small, highly aromatic citrus fruit known for its distinctive tart, floral, and intensely acidic juice, often used in pies and cocktails.
"The irreplaceable ingredient for iconic tropical desserts and refreshing beverages, delivering a sharp, floral tang."
Wie schmeckt Key Lime?
Intensely tart, aromatic, floral, slightly bitter
- Taste
- Intensely Tart, Floral, Slightly Bitter
- Texture
- Juicy pulp, thin skin
- Aroma
- Pungent Citrus, Floral
- Acidity
- High
Technical Metrics
Average Juice Yield (per lime)
1-2 tablespoons
pH Level
2.0-2.3 (highly acidic)
Shelf Life (refrigerated)
2-3 weeks
Nährwertangaben
Per 67g (1 medium lime)Geheimtipp des Chefs
To extract maximum juice from Key Limes, microwave them for 10-15 seconds and then roll firmly on a countertop before slicing and juicing.
Key Lime Ersatz & Verhältnisse
Der beste Ersatz für Key Lime ist Persian Lime, verwendet im Verhältnis 1:1 (adjust for less floral notes). Most common substitute, less aromatic and slightly less tart.
| Ersatz | Verhältnis | Am besten geeignet für |
|---|---|---|
| Persian Lime Am besten | 1:1 (adjust for less floral notes) | Most common substitute, less aromatic and slightly less tart. |
| Lemon Juice + Lime Zest | 1:1 (juice), Pinch of zest | Provides acidity and some citrus aroma, lemon is less floral. |
| Bottled Key Lime Juice | 1:1 | Convenient, but often pasteurized and lacks fresh vibrancy. |
| Lime Essential Oil (food grade) | Few drops | For intensifying lime flavor in baking or confections, not for acidity. |
Wie man Key Lime auswählt & lagert
- Choose small, heavy limes.
- Green indicates less ripe, yellow is ripe and juicier.
- Avoid soft spots or dry patches.
Womit passt Key Lime gut zusammen?
- Coconut
- avocado
- tequila
- cilantro
- fish
- chicken
- tropical fruits.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Wie schmeckt Key Lime?
Intensely tart, aromatic, floral, slightly bitter Pungent Citrus, Floral
Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Key Lime?
Der beste Ersatz ist Persian Lime (1:1 (adjust for less floral notes)). Most common substitute, less aromatic and slightly less tart.
Wie wählt und lagert man Key Lime?
Choose small, heavy limes. Green indicates less ripe, yellow is ripe and juicier. Avoid soft spots or dry patches.