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Lime Pierced

Citrus aurantiifolia or Citrus latifolia Allergen-Free
Lime Pierced

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rutaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global (especially Latin American, Southeast Asian)
  • Seasonality Year-Round (peak summer/fall for some varieties)
  • Source Lime Tree

¿Qué es Lime Pierced?

A small, green, acidic citrus fruit, often pierced to release juice or aroma for culinary use.

¿A qué sabe Lime Pierced?

Lime Pierced tiene un sabor sour, tart, citrusy, pungent con aromas citrusy, floral, pungent, zesty.

Taste
Sour, Tart, Citrusy, Pungent
Texture
Juicy, Fibrous (pulp), Zesty (rind)
Aroma
Citrusy, Floral, Pungent, Zesty
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 67 g (1 medium lime)
Calories30 kcal
Total Fat0.2 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.7 g
Total Carbohydrate11 g
Dietary Fiber2.8 g
Total Sugars1.7 g
Calcium33 mg
Iron0.6 mg
Potassium102 mg

El Secreto del Chef

To maximize juice extraction from a lime, roll it firmly on a counter before cutting, then microwave for 10-15 seconds. Piercing helps for specific cocktail garnishes but not general juicing.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Lime Pierced

El mejor sustituto para Lime Pierced es Lemon, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Very similar acidity and tartness, slightly different aroma profile, good for most applications.

Sustitutos para Lime Pierced con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Lemon Mejor 1:1 Very similar acidity and tartness, slightly different aroma profile, good for most applications.
Key Lime 1:1 Smaller and more aromatic, often tarter. Perfect for desserts and cocktails.
White Wine Vinegar 1:2 (Vinegar:Lime Juice) For adding acidity in cooking, but lacks the fresh citrus aroma.
Citric Acid Solution Pinch of powder per tbsp water Pure acid source, useful for preserving or replicating tartness without liquid volume.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Lime Pierced

  1. Choose firm, heavy limes with glossy skin.
  2. Avoid soft spots or discoloration.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Lime Pierced?

  • Tequila
  • mint
  • cilantro
  • coconut
  • ginger
  • fish
  • chicken
  • tropical fruits.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Lime Pierced?

Sour, Tart, Citrusy, Pungent Citrusy, Floral, Pungent, Zesty

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Lime Pierced?

El mejor sustituto es Lemon (1:1). Very similar acidity and tartness, slightly different aroma profile, good for most applications.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Lime Pierced?

Choose firm, heavy limes with glossy skin. Avoid soft spots or discoloration.

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