Title: How to pickle lemons with honey
Preserved lemons with honey is a simple and healthy food processing method that can not only retain the nutrition of lemons, but also increase the sweet taste of honey. The honey lemon made in this way can be soaked in water, paired with desserts or eaten directly. It has the effects of soothing the throat, beautifying and beautifying the skin. The following are detailed pickling steps and precautions.
1. Steps to Preserve Lemons with Honey
| steps | Specific operations |
|---|---|
| 1. Prepare materials | 3-4 fresh lemons, 500ml honey, 1 clean sealed jar, appropriate amount of salt |
| 2. Clean lemons | Scrub the lemon skin with salt to remove wax and impurities, then rinse with clean water. |
| 3. Slice and remove seeds | Cut the lemon into thin slices (about 3mm thick) and remove the seeds to reduce the bitterness |
| 4. Canning | Place a layer of lemon slices in a sealed jar, pour in a layer of honey, repeat until the jar is full |
| 5. Keep sealed | Cover the jar tightly and refrigerate for 3-5 days before eating. |
2. Precautions
| Things to note | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Lemon Selection | Choose fresh lemons with smooth skin and no spots; avoid overripe or moldy lemons |
| 2. Honey dosage | The honey needs to completely cover the lemon slices, otherwise it will go bad easily |
| 3. Tool cleaning | All tools and containers must be thoroughly cleaned and dried to avoid bacterial growth |
| 4. Save time | It can be stored in the refrigerator for about 1 month. It is recommended to eat it as soon as possible. |
3. How to consume honey preserved lemon
| How to eat | Specific methods |
|---|---|
| 1. Soak in water and drink | Take 1-2 slices of lemon and appropriate amount of honey water, brew it with warm water, and drink it morning and evening |
| 2. Pair with desserts | Place preserved lemon slices on cakes, toast or yogurt for added flavor |
| 3. Eat directly | Lemon slices can be taken directly to relieve throat discomfort |
4. Nutritional value of honey preserved lemon
| Nutritional information | Efficacy |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C | Enhance immunity and whiten skin |
| citric acid | Promote digestion and aid metabolism |
| honey enzyme | Soothing and laxative, antioxidant |
5. Frequently Asked Questions
| question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 1. Will honey preserved lemon be bitter? | If the seeds are removed thoroughly and fresh lemons are used, the bitterness will be greatly reduced. |
| 2. Can other sugars be used instead of honey? | Yes, but honey has better nutritional value and taste |
| 3. Can preserved lemons be eaten if they turn black? | If there is any smell or mold, please do not eat it. |
Honey Pickled Lemons are not only easy to make, but also add a healthy flavor to your daily meals. Whether as a drink or as a snack, it is a good choice. Come and try it!
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