This recipe offers a simplified and flavorful way to prepare preserved lemons, perfect for enhancing your dishes.
Juice half of the lemons and set the juice aside.
Use a citrus juicer to extract the maximum juice from the lemons.
Cut the remaining lemons into quarters, leaving them attached at the base.
Ensure the lemons are not completely cut through to keep them intact.
Sprinkle a generous amount of salt and a pinch of sugar into each lemon.
Adjust the sugar amount to balance the saltiness to your preference.
Place the lemons in a zip-lock bag, add the reserved juice, and seal tightly.
Remove as much air as possible from the bag to enhance preservation.
Freeze the bag overnight.
Freezing helps to soften the lemons and speed up the preservation process.
Defrost the lemons and transfer them to a mason jar, covering them with their juice and additional salt if needed.
Ensure the lemons are fully submerged in juice to prevent spoilage.
Store in the refrigerator and use as needed.
Always use a clean utensil to remove lemons to maintain their freshness.
