O Que É Kaffir Lime Leave?
A highly aromatic, double-lobed leaf from the makrut lime tree, providing a distinctive floral-citrus flavor to Southeast Asian dishes.
"Kaffir lime leaves are a sensory explosion, delivering an unparalleled bright, floral citrus note that defines the soul of many Southeast Asian dishes."
Qual o Sabor de Kaffir Lime Leave?
Intense citrus, floral, bright, slightly peppery, highly aromatic.
- Taste
- Pungent, Floral, Citrus (lemongrass/lime)
- Texture
- Leathery, Firm
- Aroma
- Intense Citrus, Floral, Aromatic
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Aromatic Compound
Citronellol (responsible for scent)
Shelf Life Fresh
2-3 weeks refrigerated
Signature Use
Thai & Indonesian cuisine
Informação Nutricional
Per 2g (2-3 leaves)Segredo do Chef
To maximize flavor, bruise the leaves by tearing or gently crushing them before adding to soups or curries, then remove before serving.
Substitutos e Proporções de Kaffir Lime Leave
O melhor substituto para Kaffir Lime Leave é Lemon Zest + Bay Leaf, usado na proporção de 1 tsp zest + 1 bay leaf: 2 kaffir lime leaves. Lemon zest provides citrus, bay leaf adds a subtle herbaceous note, but won't perfectly match the unique aroma.
| Substituto | Proporção | Melhor para |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Zest + Bay Leaf Melhor | 1 tsp zest + 1 bay leaf: 2 kaffir lime leaves | Lemon zest provides citrus, bay leaf adds a subtle herbaceous note, but won't perfectly match the unique aroma. |
| Lime Zest (fresh) | 1 tsp zest: 2 kaffir lime leaves | Offers a bright, fresh citrus note, but lacks the floral depth. |
| Lemongrass (tender inner stalk) | 1 stalk (bruised): 2 kaffir lime leaves | Adds a strong, fresh, lemony-grassy aroma. |
| Curry Leaves | 1:1 | Different flavor profile (nutty, slightly pungent), but offers an aromatic, herbaceous element common in similar cuisines. |
Como Escolher e Armazenar Kaffir Lime Leave
- Look for fresh, glossy, dark green leaves without blemishes.
- Dried leaves are less potent but still usable.
O Que Combina Bem Com Kaffir Lime Leave?
- Tom Yum
- Tom Kha
- green curry
- panang curry
- fish cakes
- stir-fries.
Perguntas frequentes
Qual o sabor de Kaffir Lime Leave?
Intense citrus, floral, bright, slightly peppery, highly aromatic. Intense Citrus, Floral, Aromatic
Qual é um bom substituto para Kaffir Lime Leave?
O melhor substituto é Lemon Zest + Bay Leaf (1 tsp zest + 1 bay leaf: 2 kaffir lime leaves). Lemon zest provides citrus, bay leaf adds a subtle herbaceous note, but won't perfectly match the unique aroma.
Como escolher e armazenar Kaffir Lime Leave?
Look for fresh, glossy, dark green leaves without blemishes. Dried leaves are less potent but still usable.