Lemon

The Leaves The most apparent visual feature to differentiate between lemon and lime is the shape of their leaves. Lemon leaves are typically longer and… Read More »Is My Lemon Tree A Lime Tree?

Yes, ripe lemons are more acidic than unripe ones. Generally, the acid content of the fruits lowers down as they ripen. Is ripe lemon acidic?… Read More »Are Ripe Lemons More Acidic?

Lemon juice does work in your favorite Mexican dishes, but nothing replaces the zesty lime taste. Substituting lemon juice for lime juice is still a… Read More »Can You Substitute Lemon For Lime In Mexican?

Lemon juice (in baking & cocktails). This is especially useful in cocktail recipes: even the margarita still tastes good! (Try our Lemon Margarita.) Using lemon… Read More »Can I Use Lemon Instead Of Lime In Cocktails?

Green lemons (called ao-lemon 青レモン in Japanese) have an intense fragrance, a spicy flavor, and are more piquant than Hiroshima’s fully-ripened lemons. In addition, their… Read More »What Is The Green Lemon Called?

Limes are smaller and rounder, typically about 1-2 inches in diameter, while lemons are about twice the size at 2-4 inches in diameter with more… Read More »Is It A Lime Or Unripe Lemon?

In Thailand, nam pla prik is as common a complement to a meal as salt and pepper is in the US. If you only have… Read More »Can I Use Lemon Instead Of Lime In Thai Cooking?

Vinegar is an excellent substitute for lemon juice in cooking or baking when only a small amount is needed. Much like lemon juice, it’s tart… Read More »Can I Use Vinegar Instead Of Lemon Juice?

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) ACV offers the same bitter, tangy taste as lemon with a slightly salty flavor. The end product will not have a… Read More »Can I Use Apple Cider Vinegar Instead Of Lemon Juice?

I know the traditional way uses lime, but I personally prefer guacamole with lemon! I like the flavor better with lemon juice, but lime works… Read More »Can You Replace Lime Juice With Lemon Juice In Guacamole?