Chinese Preserved Limes 咸檸檬
These homemade Chinese preserved limes 咸檸檬 are naturally fermented, which transforms them into a powerhouse of beneficial enzymes, lactic acid and probiotics, which in turn will boost your immunity and improve your gut health. Plus there is whatever magical thing in these preserved limes that kicks ass on sore throats!
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 7 min
- Yield
- 16 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 8 limes
- 4 cups water
- 3/4 cup salt
Instructions
- 1
Heat water in a pot that can fit all limes. When water is boiled add in limes for a 5 seconds then scoop them out.
- 2
Wipe dry and then leave in the sun for 4 hours or until the limes turn a brownish tone.
- 3
Meanwhile in a small pot add in water, salt and boil until the salt is completely dissolved. Cool the water completely.
- 4
Add limes into glass jar, then fill up with salt water, making sure to cover the limes completely with brine. If needed use a small clean and dry saucer to weight the limes down so that they stay submerged.
- 5
Cover the jar loosely, being sure to allow for the bit of gas escaping as the limes ferment.
- 6
The preserved limes will be ready after 1 month.