Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Lemon Myrtle ?
An Australian native rainforest plant whose leaves are intensely aromatic, offering a potent lemony, slightly herbaceous flavor without acidity.
Quel goût a le/la/l'Lemon Myrtle ?
Le/La/L'Lemon Myrtle a un goût intense lemon, lemongrass, herbal, mildly sweet avec des arômes 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
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 1 tsp (2g)Le secret du 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.
Substituts & Proportions pour Lemon Myrtle
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Lemon Myrtle est Lemon Verbena, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1 (fresh), 1:0.5 (dried). Similar pure lemony, herbaceous profile without strong acidity, though less potent.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Verbena Meilleur | 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. |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Lemon Myrtle
- Purchase dried leaves that are still green and fragrant.
- Store in an airtight container away from light.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Lemon Myrtle ?
- Fish
- chicken
- salads
- desserts (cheesecake
- panna cotta)
- teas
- sauces
- marinades.
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Lemon Myrtle ?
Intense Lemon, Lemongrass, Herbal, Mildly sweet Potent Lemon, Citrus, Eucalyptus
Quel est un bon substitut pour Lemon Myrtle ?
Le meilleur substitut est Lemon Verbena (1:1 (fresh), 1:0.5 (dried)). Similar pure lemony, herbaceous profile without strong acidity, though less potent.
Comment choisir et conserver le Lemon Myrtle ?
Purchase dried leaves that are still green and fragrant. Store in an airtight container away from light.