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Lemon Myrtle

Backhousia citriodora Allergen-Free
Lemon Myrtle

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Myrtaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Australian Native
  • Seasonality Year-Round (harvested)
  • Source Lemon Myrtle plant leaves

O Que É Lemon Myrtle?

An Australian native rainforest plant whose leaves are intensely aromatic, offering a potent lemony, slightly herbaceous flavor without acidity.

Qual o Sabor de Lemon Myrtle?

Lemon Myrtle tem um sabor intense lemon, lemongrass, herbal, mildly sweet com aromas de 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

Informação Nutricional

Per 1 tsp (2g)
Calories0 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium0 mg
Iron0 mg
Potassium0 mg

Segredo do 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.

Substitutos e Proporções de Lemon Myrtle

O melhor substituto para Lemon Myrtle é Lemon Verbena, usado na proporção de 1:1 (fresh), 1:0.5 (dried). Similar pure lemony, herbaceous profile without strong acidity, though less potent.

Substitutos para Lemon Myrtle com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Lemon Verbena Melhor 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.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Lemon Myrtle

  1. Purchase dried leaves that are still green and fragrant.
  2. Store in an airtight container away from light.

O Que Combina Bem Com Lemon Myrtle?

  • Fish
  • chicken
  • salads
  • desserts (cheesecake
  • panna cotta)
  • teas
  • sauces
  • marinades.

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Lemon Myrtle?

Intense Lemon, Lemongrass, Herbal, Mildly sweet Potent Lemon, Citrus, Eucalyptus

Qual é um bom substituto para Lemon Myrtle?

O melhor substituto é Lemon Verbena (1:1 (fresh), 1:0.5 (dried)). Similar pure lemony, herbaceous profile without strong acidity, though less potent.

Como escolher e armazenar Lemon Myrtle?

Purchase dried leaves that are still green and fragrant. Store in an airtight container away from light.

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