¿Qué es 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."
¿A qué sabe 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
Información Nutricional
Per 67g (1 medium lime)El Secreto del Chef
To extract maximum juice from Key Limes, microwave them for 10-15 seconds and then roll firmly on a countertop before slicing and juicing.
Sustitutos y Proporciones de Key Lime
El mejor sustituto para Key Lime es Persian Lime, usado en una proporción de 1:1 (adjust for less floral notes). Most common substitute, less aromatic and slightly less tart.
| Sustituto | Proporción | Mejor para |
|---|---|---|
| Persian Lime Mejor | 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. |
Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Key Lime
- Choose small, heavy limes.
- Green indicates less ripe, yellow is ripe and juicier.
- Avoid soft spots or dry patches.
¿Con Qué Combina Bien Key Lime?
- Coconut
- avocado
- tequila
- cilantro
- fish
- chicken
- tropical fruits.
Preguntas frecuentes
¿A qué sabe Key Lime?
Intensely tart, aromatic, floral, slightly bitter Pungent Citrus, Floral
¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Key Lime?
El mejor sustituto es Persian Lime (1:1 (adjust for less floral notes)). Most common substitute, less aromatic and slightly less tart.
¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Key Lime?
Choose small, heavy limes. Green indicates less ripe, yellow is ripe and juicier. Avoid soft spots or dry patches.