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Meyer lemons

Recipes using Meyer lemons

Meyer Lemon Drop Cocktails

what is it?

Meyer lemons are not true lemons, but believed to be a cross between a lemon and a mandarin or orange. Compared to regular lemons, Meyer lemons are thinner- and smoother-skinned, rounder in shape, and have a deeper yellow-orange hue. Less acidic than regular lemons their zest and juice has herbal, even floral undertones that can add a wonderful nuance to any recipe calling for lemons.

kitchen math:

1 medium lemon = about 3 Tbs. juice

don't have it?

Regular lemons; but you may want to add sugar to balance the sharper flavor.

how to choose:

Ripe Meyer lemons have taut, thin skins with an orangy hue. Their thin skins make it difficult to transport them long distances, so they're a specialty product outside of California, where most of the U.S. crop is grown. Choose lemons that are unblemished, shiny, and heavy for their size.

how to store:

Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Comments (7)

Roux_the_day writes: Does anyone have experience with calamondins? Are they available for sale? Posted: 2:05 pm on October 4th

PiedmontDeb writes: Joining others in a plea for Meyer lemon recipes...I am fortunate to have a bounty of Meyer lemons right now in my San Francisco area back yard and am eager to use them for more than lemonade. Thanks! Posted: 8:13 pm on September 3rd

jvincell writes: I see these growing in back yards all over the Melbourne area. The season is Nov and Dec...after a cool snap, just like oranges. I have never seen them in stores or produce stands Posted: 9:59 pm on August 29th

legalbeagle writes: I haven't heard from anyone as yet. FL.Cook: Do you live on the East Coast of Florida? Perhaps, this is not the season for Meyer lemons. Thank you so much for any help you can give me. Posted: 3:32 pm on June 28th

legalbeagle writes: I am interested in knowing where I can find Meyer lemons. I live in Boca Raton and have inquired at Whole Foods, Publix, etc. Perhaps, Fl.Cook can help. Thanks in advance! Posted: 3:04 pm on June 20th

KatLa writes: Lots of locally grown Meyer lemons in Louisiana right now, too. Would really like to see some recipes featuring them. Posted: 8:52 pm on January 26th

FL.Cook writes: We have lots of Meyer lemons in FL. I clicked on Recipes using Meyer Lemons and nothing happened! Actually, there was nothing to click on! Plus, the left part of the screen is almost off my screen. Posted: 8:10 pm on January 16th

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