Lemon powder is a natural and versatile ingredient, perfect for flavoring desserts, herbal teas, savory dishes and even household cleaning products. Easy to prepare, it allows you to preserve all the flavor and aroma of lemon for months. Find out how to make it in a few simple steps!
Ingredients
- Untreated organic lemon peels
Step-by-step preparation
1. Prepare the peels
Wash the lemons well with water and baking soda to remove any impurities.
Dry them and peel them with a potato peeler, avoiding the white part (which is bitter).
2. Dry the peels
- Sun method: Place the peels on a tray and let them dry in the sun for 2-3 days.
- Oven method: Place the peels on a baking sheet with parchment paper and bake at 50°C for 2-3 hours, with the door slightly open.
- Dryer method: Set the temperature to 40-50°C for about 5 hours.
3. Reduce to powder
Once the peels are completely dry, blend them with a mixer or spice grinder until you have a fine powder.
Sift to remove any larger pieces.
How to store lemon powder
- Place the powder in an airtight glass jar and store it in a dry place away from light.
- It lasts up to 6 months without losing its aroma and properties.
How to Use Lemon Powder
- To flavor desserts such as cakes, biscuits and creams.
- Add to herbal teas and teas for a citrus touch.
- To flavor savory dishes, such as fish, meat and vegetables.
- As a natural detergent, combined with baking soda for cleaning the house.
Preparing lemon powder at home is a great way to avoid waste and always have a fragrant and natural ingredient available. With just a few steps, you can preserve all the flavor of lemon and use it in a thousand ways in the kitchen and beyond!
