¿Qué es Lemon Myrtle?
An Australian native rainforest plant whose leaves are intensely aromatic, offering a potent lemony, slightly herbaceous flavor without acidity.
¿A qué sabe Lemon Myrtle?
Lemon Myrtle tiene un sabor intense lemon, lemongrass, herbal, mildly sweet con aromas potent lemon, citrus, eucalyptus.
- Taste
- Intense Lemon, Lemongrass, Herbal, Mildly sweet
- Texture
- Leafy (dried), slightly brittle
- Aroma
- Potent Lemon, Citrus, Eucalyptus
- Acidity
- Low (no actual acid)
Technical Metrics
Información Nutricional
Per 1 tsp (2g)El Secreto del Chef
As lemon myrtle is potent, use it sparingly. For maximum flavor without bitterness, infuse it into liquids or fats and then strain before incorporating.
Sustitutos y Proporciones de Lemon Myrtle
El mejor sustituto para Lemon Myrtle es Lemon Verbena, usado en una proporción de 1:1 (fresh), 1:0.5 (dried). Similar pure lemony, herbaceous profile without strong acidity, though less potent.
| Sustituto | Proporción | Mejor para |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Verbena Mejor | 1:1 (fresh), 1:0.5 (dried) | Similar pure lemony, herbaceous profile without strong acidity, though less potent. |
| Lemongrass | 1:1 (finely minced) | Offers a strong lemon and grassy aroma, good for savory dishes, but with a different herbal note. |
| Lemon Zest | Varies (use more) | Provides strong lemon flavor, but also acidity and lacks the distinctive herbal notes. |
| Kaffir Lime Leaf | 1:1 (finely minced) | Distinctive citrus and floral notes, good for Asian cuisine, but a different aromatic profile. |
Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Lemon Myrtle
- Purchase dried leaves that are still green and fragrant.
- Store in an airtight container away from light.
¿Con Qué Combina Bien Lemon Myrtle?
- Fish
- chicken
- salads
- desserts (cheesecake
- panna cotta)
- teas
- sauces
- marinades.
Preguntas frecuentes
¿A qué sabe Lemon Myrtle?
Intense Lemon, Lemongrass, Herbal, Mildly sweet Potent Lemon, Citrus, Eucalyptus
¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Lemon Myrtle?
El mejor sustituto es Lemon Verbena (1:1 (fresh), 1:0.5 (dried)). Similar pure lemony, herbaceous profile without strong acidity, though less potent.
¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Lemon Myrtle?
Purchase dried leaves that are still green and fragrant. Store in an airtight container away from light.