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- High in Vitamin C
- Often used in alcoholic beverages like gin and tonics and mojitos
- Key ingredient in ceviche
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The lime is a citrus fruit, generally with less tartness than the lemon, but with a characteristic herbaceous flavor and mild bitterness.
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Backstory
Various species and subspecies of citrus are called limes, including the kaffir lime of Asia, and Citrus aurantifolia, the yellow-fleshed key lime of the southern U.S. (which is also commonly used in Mexico and the Caribbean). Citrus latifolia is the ordinary green Persian lime that is encountered most often in the U.S., even in cuisines where other, different-tasting limes would normally be used. Besides being traditionally associated with Persia, its origins are unknown.Culinary Use
The juice and pulp of limes are used as a primary seasoning ingredient in Latin American and to a lesser extent Southeast Asian cuisine, often as a marinade (as in ceviche) or in relishes such as pico de gallo. It is an essential garnish to Vietnamese dishes such as Pho. In North American cuisine, lime juice and zest are most commonly used in drinks.
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Limes Questions
How do you make the limeade. Sounds interesting. Is it with real Limes? 2 Answers"A delicious and refreshing drink made with limes. Serve over ice on a hot day."Cut limes in half and squeeze lime juice into a 2 quart pitcher. Add sugar and ... read more
Do you favor the Lime Rickey beverage from Artic Circle? 1 AnswerI've never had this particular drink, but it sounds similar to the type of Sonic limeade I often get. I think I'd prefer the alcoholic version even better. :) read more
When is Key Lime Pie Day? 1 AnswerNot sure, but I wish it was every day. I love Key Lime pie!! read more
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