Lemon Leaves

Also Known As : Nimbu ka patta

Technical Name : Citrus limon

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

They are citrus in taste.

Usage Tips

Lemon leaves can be used fresh for their aromatics. Lemon leaves will keep for 1-2 days when stored fresh in the refrigerator. They can be dried for extended use.
They can be used for grilling or sautéing.
They can be wrapped around seafood and meats and can be roasted, steamed, or grilled.
Lemon leaves can be used to flavor kebabs, in curries, and blanched and used to infuse tea.
They can also be used as a garnish for desserts such as lemon cakes and they can also be used as a mold to make chocolate leaves.

Description

Lemon Leaves are small to medium in size and are oblong, ovate, and taper to a point on the non-stem end. The vibrant green colored leaves of lemon grow alternately along the branches, and they have fine-toothed edges with a slight rippling. There is also a prominent central stem with some small veins spreading throughout the Lemon leaf. They have a glossy finish on the green topside and a matte finish on their lighter green underside. When young, they are red and as they mature turn to a deep green. They are slightly oily with an aromatic and bright, green, citrus taste. They are available throughout the year. Today they can be found in regions in the United States, South America, Africa, Europe, Asia, and Australia. They are used in Italian cuisine to wrap cheese and meats in and for seasoning meat and fish dishes.

Health benefits

Lemon leaves are rich in vitamin C which boosts immunity.⁽¹⁾
They also help to reduce cramps or relieve sore throats.⁽¹⁾
They helps to strengthen blood vessels in the body.⁽¹⁾
They helps to treat insomnia, nervousness and palpitation.⁽²⁾

Selection Guide

Go for dark- to medium-tone green leaves with a smooth, little bit glossy finish on the top side and a lighter-hued matte underside.

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.gardenguides.com/79195-ways-use-lemon-tree-leaves.html

(2) https://www.quora.com/What-are-some-medical-uses-for-lemon-leaf

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