How to Caramelize Lemons
Caramelized lemons can be a tart, yet sweet addition to savory and sweet dishes. The cooking process draws out the sugar in the lemons and creates a caramel glaze on the fruit. A caramelized lemon on top of a lemon cake or baked with a roasted chicken adds the acidic flavors of the lemon, without the harsh sourness of the raw fruit. Caramelized lemons are particularly good with fish and seafood dishes.
Things You'll Need
- Oil
- Sugar (optional)
- Frying pan
Instructions
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Slice the lemon or cut it into thin wedges. Leave the rind intact. Thicker slices or wedges will take longer to cook.
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Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan and warm it over medium heat.
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Add the lemon slices to the pan and cook them over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until the lemon is soft and brown. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar to make the caramelized lemons a little sweeter, especially when adding them to a dessert. Flip the slices over a few times. The lemon rind should have a caramelized glaze when finished.
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