O Que É 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."
Qual o Sabor de 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
Informação Nutricional
Per 67g (1 medium lime)Segredo do 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.
Substitutos e Proporções de Key Lime
O melhor substituto para Key Lime é Persian Lime, usado na proporção de 1:1 (adjust for less floral notes). Most common substitute, less aromatic and slightly less tart.
| Substituto | Proporção | Melhor para |
|---|---|---|
| Persian Lime Melhor | 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. |
Como Escolher e Armazenar Key Lime
- Choose small, heavy limes.
- Green indicates less ripe, yellow is ripe and juicier.
- Avoid soft spots or dry patches.
O Que Combina Bem Com Key Lime?
- Coconut
- avocado
- tequila
- cilantro
- fish
- chicken
- tropical fruits.
Perguntas frequentes
Qual o sabor de Key Lime?
Intensely tart, aromatic, floral, slightly bitter Pungent Citrus, Floral
Qual é um bom substituto para Key Lime?
O melhor substituto é Persian Lime (1:1 (adjust for less floral notes)). Most common substitute, less aromatic and slightly less tart.
Como escolher e armazenar Key Lime?
Choose small, heavy limes. Green indicates less ripe, yellow is ripe and juicier. Avoid soft spots or dry patches.